Imagine being a babysitter caught in the middle of a divorce drama. That's exactly what happened to one young woman during her first night babysitting an 11-year-old boy. The boy's parents were in the early stages of a divorce, and the father made a secret visit while the mother was away. Now, the babysitter is torn between telling the mom about the dad's visit and protecting the child from potential backlash. Let's dive into this emotional rollercoaster of a story. 😬
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Babysitter's Tough Choice: Protecting a Child in a Divorce Drama 😔
After witnessing the father's secret visit and emotional manipulation, our brave babysitter was faced with a difficult decision: should she tell the mom about the dad's visit, potentially getting the child in trouble with his father? Ultimately, she chose to inform the mom, who thanked her for letting her know. The babysitter is grateful for the support and advice she received, and feels that she made the right choice by standing up for the child. Now, let's see what the internet thinks of this situation...
Babysitter caught dad's secret visit. NTA, tell mom everything. 😊
thisisvpointless | thisisvpointless
Tell the mom everything, she has the right to know 👍
Sinjury | Sinjury
Babysitter should inform the mother about dad's secret visit. 🚨
forged_from_fire | forged_from_fire
Babysitter should tell mom about dad's secret visit. 🤔
Kghp11 | Kghp11
Babysitter should speak up and clarify dad's secret visit 🤔
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Concerned commenter advises babysitter to tell mom about dad's visit 😊
FutureJakeSantiago | FutureJakeSantiago
Dad's secret visit? NTA says he shouldn't be there.
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Be brave and tell the truth. Safety first 👍
YeetMyFeelingsAway | YeetMyFeelingsAway
Crime show fan urges babysitter to tell mom about secret visit 😱
Namshoke | Namshoke
Babysitter should inform the mom about dad's secret visit. NTA.
bluedog33 | bluedog33
Babysitter should assert her rights and tell the truth 😊
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Child caught in messy divorce, babysitter handles it like pro 👏
dumbledoresarmy7 | dumbledoresarmy7
Babysitter advises telling mom due to potential abuse and illegality. NTA 👍
cdiddy19 | cdiddy19
Babysitter in a dilemma, should she tell mom about dad's visit? NTA
KeyserSwayze | KeyserSwayze
Babysitter exposes manipulative dad's secret visit to mom? NTA wins!
chickenmeh | chickenmeh
Babysitter caught dad's secret visit. NTA for telling mom.
matchy_blacks | matchy_blacks
Babysitter debates telling mom about dad's secret visit. 🤔
skittle42 | skittle42
Speak up, but be cautious. Don't babysit for them again. 😱
imalreadyannoyed | imalreadyannoyed
Always inform parents of unexpected visitors during babysitting 🚨
bibbiddybobbidyboo | bibbiddybobbidyboo
Babysitter should tell mom to avoid false accusations and overstepping.
MostlyHarmlessMom | MostlyHarmlessMom
Protecting the child should be the top priority. 🙌
Reign_Drop | Reign_Drop
Babysitter caught in a creepy situation, advises to inform the mother.
Molenium | Molenium
Babysitter debates telling mom about dad's secret visit 🤔
diffy13 | diffy13
Babysitter should tell mom about dad's secret visit to protect child 😊
Reddplannet | Reddplannet
Red flag: adults asking kids to keep secrets 🚨
misfitx | misfitx
This commenter advises telling the mom and taking legal action. 💪
DollyOz | DollyOz
Babysitter faces moral dilemma over dad's secret visit. Speak up?
gelastes | gelastes
Trust is key in babysitting, NTA for reporting suspicious behavior 😊
llamamama08 | llamamama08
Supportive comment, encouraging accountability and protection. 👏
meow13x13 | meow13x13
NTA, the babysitter should tell the mom about dad's secret visit 😱
MorgainofAvalon | MorgainofAvalon
Babysitter should inform mom about dad's secret visit. NTA 👍
Decent_Ad6389 | Decent_Ad6389
Suggests innocent phone call to check in and bring up dad 👍
BigTallClock | BigTallClock
Babysitter worried about dad's secret visit, NTA to tell mom 😱
McHater041899 | McHater041899
Honesty is the best policy, even when it involves secrets 😊
lickerishsnaps | lickerishsnaps
Babysitter suggests watching kid at her house to avoid danger 👀
Climbingmountains02 | Climbingmountains02
Babysitter faces dilemma: should she tell mom about dad's secret visit? NTA commenter advises to speak up against emotional abuse 😱
Ladyughsalot1 | Ladyughsalot1
Babysitter uncovers dad's secret visit, advises mom to change locks 😊
Grumpysmiler | Grumpysmiler
Babysitter witnesses secret visit, advises to tell mom. NTA 😊
Armaryllislove | Armaryllislove
Don't keep secrets from parents, NTA advises. Speak up! 🙌
SockSock81219 | SockSock81219
Babysitter advises to tell mom about uninvited dad's visit. 👍
pickelrick_ | pickelrick_
Babysitter's responsibility to report odd behavior to guardian. NTA.
floordit | floordit
NTA commenter praises babysitter's actions, condemns dad's behavior. 👍
BlossomBelow | BlossomBelow
Honesty is the best policy. NTA did the right thing! 👍
momoftatiana | momoftatiana
Supportive commenter hopes for update on babysitter's dilemma. 🙂
romanticiding | romanticiding
Secrets and abuse language? NTA, tell the mom ASAP! 😱
Lucy_Lastic | Lucy_Lastic
Babysitter exposes dad's secret visit to mom, asks what happened 🤔
Shay561 | Shay561
Kudos to the babysitter for handling a difficult situation well 👏
lesbeanmum | lesbeanmum
NTA babysitter did the right thing by telling the mom. 👍
ReasonableFig2111 | ReasonableFig2111
Always trust your instincts and prioritize child safety. 👍
imsorrydontyellatme | imsorrydontyellatme
NTA, but that's a scary situation. Stay safe! 😱
litbiscuit512 | litbiscuit512
NTA suggests telling trusted friend or parent if minor. Seek support.
Peri_Colosa1 | Peri_Colosa1
Babysitter and mom both at fault, locks need changing ASAP 😕
inn0cent-bystander | inn0cent-bystander
Babysitter debates telling mom about dad's secret visit. NTA.
lpaige2723 | lpaige2723
NTA commenter highlights potential harm to child, suggests full custody
exhauta | exhauta
Ex shares a similar experience, finds it terrifying. NTA.
pinkpuppydogstuffy | pinkpuppydogstuffy
Curious about the dad's secret visit? Same. NTA.
washgirl7980 | washgirl7980
Good call! Dad's behavior was not okay and mom deserved honesty. 👍
seba_make | seba_make
Honesty is the best policy. NTA did the right thing. 👍
ShadowGale96 | ShadowGale96
NTA. The babysitter should tell the mom about dad's secret visit 😱
MrBoomin31 | MrBoomin31
Suggests telling mom but warns of dad's abusive behavior 😱
bugscuz | bugscuz
Trust your instincts, the mom deserves to know. 😊
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Stay out of it, could be a toxic situation 🙅
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Safety concerns raised over manipulative dad's secret visit 😱
Okay-Krinkle | Okay-Krinkle
Babysitter did the right thing by telling the mom 👍
danyelley8402 | danyelley8402
Babysitter advises telling mom about dad's secret visit for kid's wellbeing 👍
Conscious-Vanilla | Conscious-Vanilla
Be honest, spill the tea, or be the a**hole 🍵☕
ItsNiki88 | ItsNiki88
NTA advises to tell the mother and change the locks 👍
FairyFartDaydreams | FairyFartDaydreams
Babysitter advises telling mom about dad's secret visit. NTA 😊
Lucia37 | Lucia37
Honesty is the best policy 👍. Protect the child and yourself.
iluvcats17 | iluvcats17
NTA babysitter suspects dad's secret visit, advises telling mom 🤔
flax92 | flax92
Remove the child as the middle man. NTA, tell all! 👍
LimitlessMegan | LimitlessMegan
Speak up! Father's behavior is emotionally abusive towards his son. 🚨
Competitive_Tea2413 | Competitive_Tea2413
Red flags raised! Babysitter debates telling mom dad's secret visit 🤯
independent_together | independent_together
Babysitter caught dad's secret visit, should she tell mom? 🤔
B0r0B1rd | B0r0B1rd
Misunderstandings arise in comment section, communication is key. 💬
MorgainofAvalon | MorgainofAvalon
Babysitter has a moral obligation to tell mom about dad's visit 😱
mercedes_lakitu | mercedes_lakitu
Dad's secret visit puts babysitter in an uncomfortable situation. NTA.
Griffinej5 | Griffinej5
Divorcing dad puts babysitter in tough spot, commenter advises boundaries.
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