🙋♀️💼 Hey there, folks! I'm a late 20s work-from-home mom juggling a company, a postgraduate degree, and my adorable almost 1-year-old daughter. 🍼👶 It's a lot to handle, especially with my hubby's long work hours. 😴 Sometimes, a girl just needs to get out of the house, ya know? ☕🛍️ That's why I started taking my little one to a local coffee shop in the mall. It's become our little oasis, but not everyone seems to approve... 👵😒 I'm wondering if I'm crossing a line here. 🤔 Let me break it down for you! 👇
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🍼☕ Momma's Coffee Shop Conundrum: Toddler Troubles or Totally Fine? 🤔💭
So, here's the deal: my baby girl and I have been frequenting this cozy coffee shop in the mall lobby. 👶💕 She loves it there, and the waitresses adore her! We keep our visits short, sweet, and as unobtrusive as possible. 🕰️🤫 But recently, a grumpy granny has been giving us the stink eye and muttering some not-so-nice things under her breath. 👵😒 Even some of my childfree friends think I'm out of line for bringing my kiddo to the coffee shop. 🙅♀️ But my mommy friends totally get it! 👭👍 I'm torn, and I need your help to figure this out. 🙏 Let's see what the internet has to say about this momma's coffee shop conundrum! 🌐💬
Ignoring the bitter old lady is the best course here 😒
ewan | ewan
Childfree person supports young mom with cheerful toddler, NTA 😊
sparklingdeadly | sparklingdeadly
Old lady picks a fight with young mom over toddler 🙄
bulgarianlily | bulgarianlily
Don't let the bitter old lady get you down! 😉👏 You're doing great!
UrCrazyMatchsMyCrazy | UrCrazyMatchsMyCrazy
Parenting done right! 🙌 Interacting with people is healthy for toddlers.
TrustedTriangle | TrustedTriangle
Parenting shaming? Not cool! NTA, enjoy your coffee 👌
Olive_The_Banshee | Olive_The_Banshee
Petty revenge thoughts against bitter old lady. 😈
Brainjacker | Brainjacker
Let your child learn to behave in public places! 👵😠
ArcheryOnThursday | ArcheryOnThursday
Chill, well-behaved toddler in public? NTA! 👍
KaliTheBlaze | KaliTheBlaze
Engaging with well-behaved children is great for everyone's self-esteem 👍
CharismaPoison | CharismaPoison
Don't let that bitter old lady ruin your day, mom! 👍
Tine_Tini | Tine_Tini
Misery loves company, but coffee shops are for everyone 😊
DirtyPinkTeaKettle | DirtyPinkTeaKettle
Unnecessary post? ESH and don't need reassurance as parents. 🤪
Rare_Disaster7353 | Rare_Disaster7353
Judging someone's parenting based on appearance? That's a**hole-ish 😑
gothlord9000 | gothlord9000
Coffee shops are for everyone, not just for peace and quiet 😄
fallingfurtherfast | fallingfurtherfast
Coffee shops vs kids: NTA prevails, YTA baffling.
Chydollasignbruh | Chydollasignbruh
Taking kids out to cafes is a great learning experience! 😊
Key-Dream-635 | Key-Dream-635
Young mom empowered by comment supporting her NTA decision 🙌
ParsimoniousSalad | ParsimoniousSalad
Supportive comment defends young mom against bitter old lady 👍
MissionRevolution306 | MissionRevolution306
Childfree supporter defends mom against bitter old lady 👏
MissTheWire | MissTheWire
Young mom not the a**hole for taking her baby out 👶
Open_Injury_1801 | Open_Injury_1801
Responsible mom ignores bitter lady's unnecessary criticism. 👍
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Childfree commenter defends young mom against bitter old lady 👏
TheBeesKneazles | TheBeesKneazles
Don't let a bitter old lady bring you down! 👍
HalfGingerCub | HalfGingerCub
NTA for having a toddler at a coffee shop. Old hag needs to mind her own business. ☕
DocSternau | DocSternau
Ageism and sexism in public? Not cool, lady. NTA.
tomtink1 | tomtink1
Taking a toddler to a coffee shop? NTA, obviously! ☕
CaptSpacePants | CaptSpacePants
Standing up for parents taking their kids out in public 👏
unicorn_345 | unicorn_345
Kill her with kindness, not arguments! 😊
noirandwhite2 | noirandwhite2
Navigating mental illness in public. NTA, but avoid confrontation.
Facetunethis | Facetunethis
Coffee shops have different types of people, you're good! ☕
Stripycardigans | Stripycardigans
Comparing attitudes towards kids in India vs. other countries 🇮🇳
lisaslyfe | lisaslyfe
Don't let bitter oldies ruin your day. You're NTA! 👏
xpotential31 | xpotential31
Old lady judges single mom with toddler in coffee shop 👵😠
parsleyleaves | parsleyleaves
Mom defends taking toddler in public, shut down critics. 👏
Moissanita | Moissanita
Supportive mom offers virtual hugs and encouragement to struggling mom ❤️
cookieenmelk | cookieenmelk
👍 NTA. An incredibly thoughtful mom that considers other patrons.
thepeculiarpotter | thepeculiarpotter
Support for bringing toddlers in public spaces. 👏
m_walker2k18 | m_walker2k18
Toddler in public: NTA, mall is open public space 👏
d3mocookie | d3mocookie
Old lady accuses mom of flirting, but they're just hyper-aware. NTA 🙌
TrollopMcGillicutty | TrollopMcGillicutty
NTA, but Reddit can be harsh towards parents and kids 😞
fade_is_timothy_holt | fade_is_timothy_holt
Supportive commenter defends young mom's right to be in coffee shop with child 🙌
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Childfree commenter supports mom against cranky old lady ♥️
genevievethewizard | genevievethewizard
Coffee shop grandma looking for a fight with young mom ☕
HoldFastO2 | HoldFastO2
Child-free commenter supports mom and calls out grouchy lady 👍
lboogie757 | lboogie757
Tea time for toddlers? NTA mom says socializing is key 🍵
jadepumpkin1984 | jadepumpkin1984
Mom defends bringing toddler to coffee shop, NTA 👏
Feisty-Ad4576 | Feisty-Ad4576
You go, mom! Don't let anyone shame you for parenting.
Any_Cantaloupe_613 | Any_Cantaloupe_613
Respectful mom and toddler deserve to exist in public spaces 👏
bellsofmoscow | bellsofmoscow
Coffee shops aren't libraries 💎, old lady needs to chill 🙄
araylinne2 | araylinne2
Public places are for everyone, not just bitter old ladies 😏
Lucylovei | Lucylovei
Compassionate response to elderly woman's possible mental disorder. 😊
swansong92 | swansong92
Supportive comment: Encourages mother and dismisses rude woman's behavior. 👏
MarigoldGarlands | MarigoldGarlands
Don't let one unhappy person spoil things for you 😊
nannylive | nannylive
Old lady bitter AF, mom NTA and courteous. No goodbye needed 😂
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Mental health may be at play. Ignore her and stay strong 🙌
Srumlicious | Srumlicious
NTA, commenter defends young mom against bitter old lady's insults. 👵😠
Tassiegirl | Tassiegirl
Being considerate matters. Enjoy your time with your daughter 💕
KhaleesiXev | KhaleesiXev
Don't mind the old grump, you're NTA for being responsible 👏
kb-g | kb-g
Defending mom's coffee shop visit, commenter is NTA.
AB-G | AB-G
Peaceful public outings and bananas old lady with imagination 🍌
triciamilitia | triciamilitia
Mom stands up to bitter lady's unfair judgement 👏🏼
JuliaX1984 | JuliaX1984
Age shaming at the cafe, but NTA! Keep on sipping 🍵
AKA_June_Monroe | AKA_June_Monroe
Not a fan of kids but still NTA for having toddler in public. Old lady needs to complain less. 😑
Fair-Firefighter | Fair-Firefighter
Mom defended for having toddler in public, NTA 🙌
Lumpy_Ingenuity1287 | Lumpy_Ingenuity1287
Mom and daughter deserve coffee shop time. Keep going! ☕
MyDogsAreRealCute | MyDogsAreRealCute
Childfree Redditor defends young mom's public toddler, slams bitter lady 😎
defenestrayed | defenestrayed
Barista defends young mom's right to be at coffee shop 👋🏻
RUddertown | RUddertown
Mom shamed for having toddler in public, internet stands up 👏
tetrahedra_eso | tetrahedra_eso
Generational clash over parenting styles, NTA but different perspectives 👍
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Supportive comment encourages mom to keep taking toddler out in public 👏
alliras | alliras
Empathetic reply to mom being judged by bitter old lady
gingerlovesio | gingerlovesio
Coffee break mom receives well-deserved support. 👏
Snoofly61 | Snoofly61
Child-free commenter supports mom's coffee shop visit. 😊
Hereforstories1983 | Hereforstories1983
Toddlers have every right to exist in public places! 🌍
CopingMole | CopingMole
Spread positivity by taking your child out in public! 👍
frenziedmonkey | frenziedmonkey
Childless person defends mother against bitter old lady's attack. 👏
lottienonchalant | lottienonchalant
Don't let bitter old ladies or childless friends bring you down! ✨👶 Enjoy your time with your daughter 💕
ThginkAccbeR | ThginkAccbeR
Cafe is not a library! Ignore the bitter old lady 😠
Neko_09 | Neko_09
Don't let the bitter old lady bring you down! 👏 Children need socialization.
court_milpool | court_milpool
Shutting down haters like a respectful boss! 💪
bornaconstance | bornaconstance