Imagine having a newborn baby and being excited to bond with your little one, only to have someone else constantly trying to take over. That's exactly what happened to this new mom, who found herself in a difficult situation with her sister-in-law. Her sister-in-law had tragically lost her baby boy four months prior, and it seems she's been trying to fill the void with her nephew. But when she starts treating the baby as her own, the new mom finally snaps! 😤👶
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The Tragic Loss 💔
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The Generous Donation 🎁
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The Unwanted Formula 🍼
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The Overstepping Begins 😒
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The Unwanted Help 🙅♀️
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The Emotional Attachment 😢
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The Boundary Crossing 🚧
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The Nickname Issue 😠
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The Final Straw 🤬
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The Family Fallout 💥
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The Aftermath 🌪
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New Mom's Desperate Plea: Let Me Bond with My Baby! 😩
This new mom just wanted to bond with her baby, but her sister-in-law's constant presence and overstepping made it nearly impossible. After her sister-in-law insisted on taking the baby for a sleepover, the new mom finally snapped, telling her to stop treating her baby as her own. Unfortunately, this led to a major family fallout, with her brother and mother siding against her. Now, she's left feeling guilty, but all she ever wanted was to bond with her baby without interference. 😢 Let's see what the internet thinks of this emotional situation...
NTA but SIL needs help and clear boundaries. 🙏
longleggedgiraffe | longleggedgiraffe
NTA. Commenters express concern for SIL's mental health and potential danger.
TWFM | TWFM
Set boundaries with SIL and prioritize your baby's well-being 🙌
PotentialityKnocks | PotentialityKnocks
Protect your baby and prioritize your needs first. 💪🏻
Bug_a_boo_Mama | Bug_a_boo_Mama
NTA- Get out of that house. They need therapy badly 😱
RavenclawHG08 | RavenclawHG08
Urgent advice to leave and take baby for safety concerns 😱
littlebird206 | littlebird206
Setting boundaries with a grieving SIL who needs therapy 🚧
Sharikacat | Sharikacat
Feeling ganged up on? Consider leaving 👋
silent_whisper89 | silent_whisper89
Heartbreaking NTA comment about losing a child, with supportive replies 💔
BrawlersBawlersAnd | BrawlersBawlersAnd
Set boundaries with in-laws, prioritize bonding time with your baby 👨🏻👶🏻
maxanne234 | maxanne234
NTA, return their stuff and seek counseling for healthy boundaries 🙌
Rgirl4 | Rgirl4
Setting boundaries with family members can be tough 😢
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NTA. SIL needs therapy, cut her off and bond with baby 😱
Laquila | Laquila
A delicate situation, but the mother has every right to bond.
Inspector-Birdie4 | Inspector-Birdie4
Set boundaries with grieving SIL who's treating your baby as hers 😱
mfruitfly | mfruitfly
Commenter suggests therapy for sister-in-law's boundary-crossing behavior.
ellahood2003 | ellahood2003
Breastfeeding mom sets boundaries with possessive sister-in-law 😱
jairatraci | jairatraci
Setting boundaries with family as a new mom 🙏
Karenina2931 | Karenina2931
Hilarious comment about inappropriate family behavior 😂
demon_fae | demon_fae
Understanding the family dynamics and grief of all parties 👥
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NAH commenter suggests a calm conversation with SIL for boundaries 🙌
Maximum_System_7819 | Maximum_System_7819
Setting boundaries with a grieving family member. NTA. 🙌
Mareepsheep99 | Mareepsheep99
Commenter calls out OP's lack of sympathy towards SIL's loss 😱
sumtingswong | sumtingswong
Setting boundaries with family over baby's identity 😱
Past_Perspective_625 | Past_Perspective_625
ESH, but OP's response was too harsh 😕
littlefiddle05 | littlefiddle05
NTA. Setting boundaries with family is important for your wellbeing 🙌
henchwench89 | henchwench89
Stand your ground and prioritize your baby's needs. 👊
Reddity-hot-tea | Reddity-hot-tea
New mom gets support after sister-in-law oversteps boundaries 👏
Mytuucents8819 | Mytuucents8819
Encouraging comment, but highlights need for grief counseling 🙏
raduniversity | raduniversity
NTA - Brother and SIL need grief counselling, not a replacement baby 😕
FistWithHair | FistWithHair
Commenter calls out OP for not addressing issue calmly 🤔
catcub | catcub
Set boundaries with empathy and tough love for grieving in-laws 🙌
niniane95 | niniane95
Using a baby as a replacement for a loss is unhealthy 😕
River_Song47 | River_Song47
Setting boundaries with family during pregnancy 🙌
Pretend-Preparation | Pretend-Preparation
Return the stuff and suggest professional help. NTA 👍
Quinn915 | Quinn915
Compassionate response to NTA comment about possible postpartum depression.
freehand1980 | freehand1980
Protecting your baby from an obsessed SIL 😱
GurgleQueen636 | GurgleQueen636
Protecting the baby's health and boundaries with SIL. 💪
Ele5263 | Ele5263
Commenter suggests moving out to avoid sister-in-law's creepy behavior 😱
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Heartbreaking NTA comment warns of danger, advises no contact 😢
Viperbunny | Viperbunny
Protect your baby at all costs. Don't risk their safety.
AutumnGemstone | AutumnGemstone
Agreeing with the comment and suggesting therapy 🙌
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Advice for dealing with overstepping sister-in-law after baby loss 😢
Xtina_TheGreek | Xtina_TheGreek
Commenter suggests therapy for mom's possessiveness. 😕
NimueLovesCoffee | NimueLovesCoffee
Boundaries not set, both struggling with post-partum. Relationship advice needed 💓
GasStationKitty | GasStationKitty
Learn to say no gently and apologize for your behavior 🙏
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NTA. SIL trying to substitute her dead baby with yours 😢
Competitive_Tea2413 | Competitive_Tea2413
Grieving SIL transfers affection to OP's baby, NTA for setting boundaries 🙌
Slayerwolf53 | Slayerwolf53
Mom's behavior backfires, SIL and brother go crazy with baby
JaehyoFag | JaehyoFag
Setting boundaries with family over baby ownership 👶
AllUsernamesGoneLOL | AllUsernamesGoneLOL
New mom sets boundaries with sister-in-law over baby 😊
cazsmash | cazsmash
Mom advises how to handle SIL's grief and baby obsession 👥
CheekRude | CheekRude
MTV show vibes! Commenter thinks sister-in-law is overstepping boundaries. NTA.
Dark_Phoenix25 | Dark_Phoenix25
Set boundaries with your baby. It's not someone else's bandaid. 🙏
judge1492 | judge1492
Protective mama bear stands up for her cub 🐾
DarthTron007 | DarthTron007
SIL replacing her baby with OP's, both need to communicate better 🙏
CoolCly | CoolCly
