Imagine being a single mom, abandoned by your family and friends because they don't want to deal with your baby. That's the reality for this 25-year-old woman who has been raising her 6-month-old son alone after the tragic passing of her boyfriend. Her family has made it clear they want nothing to do with her child, but now they're trying to throw her a surprise birthday party. What could possibly go wrong? 🤔

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The Struggle of a Single Mom

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Loneliness and Grief

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Family Judgement

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Surprise Party Plans

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Confronting the Family

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Accusations of Drama

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Mom's Excuse

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Demanding to Be Left Alone

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Family's Reaction

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Surprise Party or Cruel Joke? 😠
After being abandoned by her family and left to raise her baby alone, this young woman discovers they're planning a surprise party for her birthday. She confronts them, asking why they'd throw her a party after months of ignoring her and her child. Her mom claims it's to show her the difficulty of being a single mother, but she's not buying it. She demands they leave her alone and cancels the party. Her sisters and mother call her dramatic and say she's overreacting, but she refuses to apologize. Her dad, however, supports her decision. Let's dive into the internet's reactions to this emotionally charged situation... 🍿
Block toxic family, make friends. Joining a moms group helps 👍

Zookeeper-007 | Zookeeper-007
Protect your child's mental health. Consider going low contact/no contact. 👥

Mindless-Solution-32 | Mindless-Solution-32
Family wants to throw a surprise party after abandoning OP? 🤔

Whysoserious_7573 | Whysoserious_7573
Family abandons woman over baby, now plan surprise party? NTA 😲

ireland7211 | ireland7211
Empathetic commenter shares personal experience and advice on toxic family dynamics.

Wise-Excuse1015 | Wise-Excuse1015
Commenter receives NTA judgment, but suspects backstory. Replies suggest possible narcissistic mother and family dysfunction.

MasterOfNone585 | MasterOfNone585
Family abandons woman, now plan surprise party? NTA stands firm.

Capable_Voice_5479 | Capable_Voice_5479
Family abandons woman over baby, plans surprise party? NTA wins.

sekhenet | sekhenet
Encouraging words for a new mom abandoned by family 💪

randomgaldem | randomgaldem
Virtual hugs and support for OP's tough situation. #NTA

Kayhowardhlots | Kayhowardhlots
NTA, go NC with toxic family and seek support from others 🙏

fulcrum_ct-7567 | fulcrum_ct-7567
Family's religious beliefs and jealousy may be causing the distance. 🤔

LittleFairyOfDeath | LittleFairyOfDeath
NTA, but at least you have your dad 👏

Wonderful_Horror7315 | Wonderful_Horror7315
Mom wants to teach single mom a lesson. NTA. Support offered 😊

Personal_Tourist_152 | Personal_Tourist_152
Family abandons woman during tough times, no right to reconcile now 🙅

MEstrada96 | MEstrada96
Cutting toxic family ties and finding new mom friends 😊

Boredpanda31 | Boredpanda31
Abandoned by family, now they want me back? 🤔

Solid_Quote9133 | Solid_Quote9133
Family abandons new mother, plans surprise party? NTA says comment.

HunterDangerous1366 | HunterDangerous1366
Cutting off toxic family members? NTA, forget them 👍

Sledge313 | Sledge313
Encouraging advice for new mom dealing with family drama 👏

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Lonely and struggling mother needs social support, not cold advice. 👥

ginsengtea3 | ginsengtea3
NTA, don't let them whitewash their cruelty with a party. 💯

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Sisters holding grudges over baby, dad's support is invaluable ❤️

Icy-Veterinarian942 | Icy-Veterinarian942
NTA commenter sympathizes with OP over family's behavior towards baby.

This_Grab_452 | This_Grab_452
Family's jealousy and lack of empathy towards grieving single mother 😢

lol_x12 | lol_x12
Family abandoned her during tough times, now planning self-congratulatory party? 🤯

Bravobsession | Bravobsession
Cutting off family for self-protection 👊

Neither_Atmosphere40 | Neither_Atmosphere40
Supportive comment, recommends therapy and leaning on dad ❤️

Apexrobby | Apexrobby
Family's surprise party is just a facade to look good. 😒

ComprehensiveBand586 | ComprehensiveBand586
Helpful advice on government support for single parents. 👍

idont-care12091 | idont-care12091
Empathetic comment applauds single mom's strength and suggests support groups. ❤️

Comfortable_Fun_9872 | Comfortable_Fun_9872
Group chat (GC) confusion sparks discussion among commenters

genosonic | genosonic
Is OP lying about age and boyfriend's past? 🤔

crispyfriedwater | crispyfriedwater
NTA- You're a rock star, they suck. Keep dad, walk away. 👏

SingleContribution97 | SingleContribution97
Family abandons single mother after fiance's death. NTA. Kick them out. 👎

keykingdom | keykingdom
NTA, drop them like dead weight. Find support on Bumble. 👏

krazylulu | krazylulu
Family's double standard on babies hurts, NTA for refusing party. 😡

nosleeeptill | nosleeeptill
Focus on your baby and dad, forget the rest 👍

ResponseMountain6580 | ResponseMountain6580
Family abandons woman and baby, but wants to plan a party? 🤔

brainless_bob | brainless_bob
Commenter not at fault for family's sudden change of heart 😊

VancityNerdy | VancityNerdy
Find a support system to take care of your mental health ❤️

mommyrella | mommyrella
Cut out toxic family for your and your baby's safety 💪

Secret_shopper21 | Secret_shopper21
Cutting off toxic family is hard but necessary. Stay strong 💪

Knittingfairy09113 | Knittingfairy09113
Take care of yourself first. Cut off toxic family. NTA 👏

StarlingElixir | StarlingElixir
Block toxic family, find support in new moms and grief group ❤️

Small-Bodybuilder160 | Small-Bodybuilder160
Supportive comment to a widow facing family rejection. 🙌

RandomWidow | RandomWidow
Cut off toxic family, keep dad close. Self-care 👍

Cant-think-about-it | Cant-think-about-it
Commenter expresses shock and disbelief at family's behavior. NTA. 😱

Ronenthelich | Ronenthelich
Join r/widowers for support. NTA for standing up.

SixColoredMarigolds | SixColoredMarigolds
Single mom shamed by family, NTA, commenters outraged 😠

Hnetu | Hnetu
Heartless family abandons grieving woman, plans surprise party? #NTA 😢

bab_101 | bab_101
Document everything in a journal to prepare for future gaslighting 😒

hellofuckingjulie | hellofuckingjulie
Encouraging comment on single motherhood and self-care 👏

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Commenter calls out family for abandoning woman over baby

NotThisAgain21 | NotThisAgain21
👏 Encouraging comment for new mom dealing with loss and PPD.

Nylonknot | Nylonknot
👏 OP's reaction to emotional abuse justified, NTA

neeksknowsbest | neeksknowsbest
Find a real support network, block toxic family members. 👍

johnny9k | johnny9k
Cut toxic family off, build support system, be amazing single mom 👏

JazziRage | JazziRage
Family wants to throw a party after abandoning you and your baby? NTA 🤬

mushroomrevolution | mushroomrevolution
Empathetic comment, but no replies to engage with 😢

blackladder_ | blackladder_
Encouraging comment suggests seeking support groups for comfort and connection. 🙏

Ashamed-Benefit-4964 | Ashamed-Benefit-4964
Choosing to prioritize dad and baby, NTA. 💯❤️

darkangel1214 | darkangel1214
NTA! Block them all and find support with other single parents. 👏

SilverNightWolf710 | SilverNightWolf710
NTA, toxic family, supportive dad, hypocritical bf's parents. Finding support groups.

Daydreamer0181 | Daydreamer0181
Supportive comment validates OP's feelings of abandonment. 👍

Marshall_InTheDoor | Marshall_InTheDoor
Cut toxic family off, make new friends, don't let them back. 👍

YeetMyExistanceMan | YeetMyExistanceMan
Cut ties with cruel family who abandoned her and her baby 🚫

mischiefnmayhem0215 | mischiefnmayhem0215
Supportive comment receives no replies, but all our love ❤️

CaptainJeff | CaptainJeff
Supportive comment, encouraging finding better friends. ❤️

CatsAreNotAliens | CatsAreNotAliens
Find a mom group for support, forget toxic family. 👥

Tea_and_Biscuits12 | Tea_and_Biscuits12
Joining groups and watching baby videos can help boost morale 😊

Accomplished_Boat912 | Accomplished_Boat912
Cutting ties with toxic family for your and baby's well-being. 👍

Suspicious_Flower832 | Suspicious_Flower832