Meet our 29-year-old heroine, a single mom who found herself in a unique predicament. At 22, she fell for Kevin, a man 21 years her senior and soon, they had a son together. Fast forward to today, their son Adam is 6 and our heroine and Kevin are no longer together. Despite their split, they’ve maintained a decent co-parenting relationship. But when Kevin suffers a heart attack, our heroine finds herself in a moral quagmire. Should she take him in and nurse him back to health, or should she maintain her boundaries? Let’s dive into her story.
A Love Story with a Twist
The Breakup
Co-Parenting Chronicles
The Heart Attack ⚡️
The Family Dilemma ♀️
The Unexpected Request
The Refusal ♀️
The Accusations Fly! ️
The Guilt Creeps In
A Heart Attack, A Dilemma, and A Family Feud!
Caught in a whirlwind of emotions, our heroine finds herself at the center of a family feud. She’s been asked to nurse her ex-partner Kevin back to health after his heart attack. His daughters, who live out of state, believe it’s her duty as the mother of Kevin’s son. But she’s standing her ground, refusing to let him into her home. Is she being heartless or just protecting her peace? As the accusations fly, guilt starts to creep in. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ️♀️
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“NTA. He is not your responsibility. They’re trying to bully and guilt you into this so they don’t have to. Your priority should be your son, not his father. “
NTA: Sarcasm flows like a river, but you’re not the a**hole!
“NTA. Don’t let his kids guilt trip you. They’re just lazy! “
NTA. No obligation to nurse ex. Ex is predator/abuser.
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NTA, hilarious response to ex-partner drama.
Ex’s family wants nursing help, but you’re not obligated.
NTA: Stand your ground! You’re not obligated to care for him.
NTA: You stepped up, his daughters can hire a caregiver
Don’t let them guilt trip you! Stand your ground.
NTA. Family feud erupts as mom refuses to nurse ex-partner
NTA- You’ve done enough. Let the hospital handle it.
NTA- Ex’s family wants you to nurse him, but boundaries matter!
NTA: Ex-husband’s family needs to step up, not blame you!
“Silly situation” kills commenter, others agree
NTA: You’ve already gone above and beyond. It’s not your problem.
NTA. Don’t let them guilt trip you into nursing duties.
NAH. Kevin’s slimy dating choices damaged his relationship with his daughters. Let him figure it out, no owe him anything.
“NTA. Stand your ground. You can’t be forced to provide care.”
NTA – Don’t let others guilt you into unnecessary obligations.
NTA. Stand your ground! Don’t let them guilt trip you!
NTA: You don’t owe him anything. Let them sort it out.
“NTA. You’re not responsible for him. You’re a great person! “
NTA – You’re not responsible for your ex-partner’s family drama.
Refusing to nurse ex-partner sparks family feud! NTA, set boundaries!
NTA. They are not obligated to nurse their ex-partner.
“NTA. Stand your ground and take care of yourself and your son. “
NTA. Caregiving after a heart attack is overwhelming. Your child matters
Ex-partner drama: OP refuses to nurse, sparks family feud!
They’re only considering you family when it’s convenient for them
Rehab is for that, NTA!
Stepmom refuses to nurse ex-partner, sparks family feud!
Mom refuses to nurse ex-partner, sparks family feud! NTA
NTA. Baby daddy drama sparks family feud!
“NTA: Setting Boundaries for My Son’s Well-being. Don’t Give In!”
NTA. Avoid becoming a Hospice Care Wife.
Mom refuses to nurse ex-partner, sparks family feud! NTA
NTA: You don’t owe your ex-partner any care. ♀️
NTA. Can Kevin afford to hire help?
Not the a**hole. Drama unfolds over nursing refusal!
NTA: OP prioritizes raising their son, sparks family feud!
Sharing a child doesn’t mean you’re obligated to nurse him.
NTA: Don’t let him in your home, prioritize your safety!
Mom sparks family feud by refusing to nurse ex-partner!
24/7 care? Life alert is a wonderful tool!
Don’t let guilt trip you! Your son’s well-being comes first.
NTA: Mom refuses to nurse ex-partner, sparks family feud!
Ex-Partner’s long-term care responsibility sparks family feud!
NTA: Boundaries broken. Ex-partner’s entitlement sparks family feud. Drama unfolds!
Alternative options for the patient’s recovery, avoiding family drama.
NTA. Family feud over nursing sparks heated debate.
NTA – They’ll have to deal with it.
NTA: You did enough. Don’t take him into your home!
NTA: Ex-partner’s family using son as weapon, boundaries needed!
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Divorce drama: Setting boundaries with manipulative ex-partner. NTA!
NTA – Not your problem. They don’t appreciate your assistance.
“Not your family, not your responsibility.” ♂️
Defending the right to prioritize their own child’s needs.
Resourceful options for those without support in difficult situations!
NTA – Stand your ground and prioritize your own child!
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NTA. Don’t let guilt manipulate you. Your choice, your boundaries.
NTA: Mom refuses to nurse ex-partner, sparks family feud! Drama!
NTA. Stand your ground, you owe him nothing!
Ex refuses to nurse ex-partner, sparks family feud! NTA
NTA. Stand your ground and let them handle it themselves!
NTA – Co-parenting drama sparks family feud!
“NTA. Tell them you’ll only do it if your son gets everything in his will when he dies and see what they say then. You’re not family. They are. This is what you have to do to take care of family. You went above and beyond to be there in the hospital until they could arrive, which is what a good friend should do. It’s their job to do the rest. If they can’t take the time off to help, then they need to pay for a caregiver that will or move their dad in with one of them.”
NTA – You’re not responsible for his obligations.
Don’t let them off the hook! Stand up for yourself!
Dumping an abusive ex? You’re NTA, that’s insane!
Step up, siblings! It’s time to take care of dad.
NTA: Stand your ground, you’ve done enough.
NTA – Safety concerns raised, professional help recommended for ex-partner.
Equal parenting responsibilities: NTA for setting boundaries with ex-partner!
Don’t nurse your ex unless they pay you. Heart patients change.
Mom refuses to nurse ex-partner, sparks family feud!
“Do it for your son” vs “Do it for your father”
Set boundaries and prioritize your own well-being.
Sharing parental responsibilities can be tricky. NTA for setting boundaries!
Choosing happiness over inconvenience, NTA! Stick to your guns
