Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a doozy of a dilemma here. Meet our dynamic duo: two university sweethearts, 23 and in love! But there’s trouble in paradise when talks of the future turn to the pitter-patter of little feet. Our protagonist, a driven PA with a dream job, finds himself blindsided by his boyfriend’s baby expectations. Will their relationship survive this clash of career and cradle? Let’s dive in and find out! ♂️
University Sweethearts: A Love Story Begins!

Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder?

Climbing the Corporate Ladder: My Dream Job!

My Boss, My Buddy!

Planning Our Future Together… Or Not?

Baby Fever? Not Quite!

Youngest Sibling Syndrome? ♂️

Blindsided by Baby Expectations!

♂️ Putting My Foot Down: No Stay-at-Home Dad Here!

Paternity Leave? Sure! Quitting? No Way! ♂️

Boyfriend Blows Up: PA vs. Teacher Showdown!

Double Standards Much?

Family Ties: Loving Life as an Uncle!

Daddy Daycare Dilemma: Who’s on Baby Duty?

♂️ AITA for Choosing Career Over Hypothetical Baby?

Grab Your Popcorn! The Internet Weighs In!
Well, well, well! Looks like our lovebirds have ruffled some feathers with this baby bombshell! The internet is buzzing with opinions, and we’ve gathered the juiciest responses for your reading pleasure. Will our protagonist be labeled an a-hole for choosing career over cradle? Or will the masses side with his stance on equal parenting? One thing’s for sure: this couple’s got some serious talking to do before any tiny toes come toddling into the picture! So sit back, relax, and let’s see what the world wide web has to say about this baby brouhaha!
Listen to his beliefs, they won’t change. NTA

Leave him before he becomes controlling with the baby too NTA

It’s important for both parents to be on the same page

Boyfriend demands girlfriend quit job to raise baby

Think twice before quitting your job for an unappreciative partner

User thinks boyfriend is selfish for asking girlfriend to quit job.

Discussing children before having them is crucial for compatibility

Partner’s red flags wave as commenter spots them

NTA – Demanding girlfriend to quit job is outdated parenting attitude
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Empowering advice to dump the controlling boyfriend and pursue happiness

NTA, dump the bf
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Support for OP’s decision and suggestion for conversation with partner

NTA and higher earner should not be forced to stay home

Join r/childfree and r/truechildfree, lock down birth control. Dump BF.

NTA. Partner wants kids but dictates expectations without discussion.

Boyfriend demands girlfriend quit job to raise baby, calls her unloving. NTA.

Ridiculous to say a parent must stay home with kids

Demanding partner reinforces sexist stereotypes. NTA for wanting autonomy.

Daycare works for us, NTA. Partner needs a reality check.

Paid childcare exists, don’t agree to stay-at-home demands

Toxic communication in relationships, NTA wonders if internet agrees

NTA, if he’s already demanding now, it won’t get better

Girlfriend won’t quit job for baby, NTA wins

NTA. Validating a working mom and finding a supportive partner

Partner wants her to quit job for kids, is it worth it?

Red flag alert! Boyfriend demands girlfriend quit job. NTA.

Why not let him homeschool the kids instead?

Working mom defends daycare and suggests therapy for disrespectful boyfriend

Choose your happiness and avoid a traumatic family separation

Partnership requires communication and agreement, NTA

Married dad shares parenting experience, rejects boyfriend’s demand.

Supportive comment calls out extreme behavior from boyfriend.

NTA suggests taking maternity leave and having an honest conversation.

Don’t let someone else’s dreams become your nightmare
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Boyfriend’s demand without discussion is a red flag. #NTA

Respect is key. Better to find out incompatibility before marriage.

Loving your career doesn’t mean you love your child less

Partner demanding changes without conversation is immature. Helpful advice given.

NTA, partner’s lack of respect for your work and opinion

Different life plans, NTA, live your life
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Surprising twist: gender confusion changes NTA to WTF

Having kids should be an all-in, gung-ho choice.

Girlfriend stands up for herself against controlling boyfriend

User advises girlfriend to leave sexist boyfriend demanding she quit job and raise baby

NTA commenter warns against having a child with controlling partner

Different priorities and visions. NTA for knowing early on.
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NTA, but boyfriend has a god complex. Discuss caregiving roles.

Don’t let anyone force your career on hold

Partner’s unrealistic demand and reaction raises red flags. Consider moving on.

Toxic relationship alert! Run away from gaslighting boyfriend ASAP
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Discussing children before marriage is crucial to avoid resentment later

Girlfriend is NTA for refusing to quit job for boyfriend.

Girlfriend’s boyfriend wants her to quit job for baby

Partner or Boss? Commenter calls out controlling boyfriend behavior

Boyfriend wants kids but demands girlfriend quits job for it

Teaching salary not enough to raise family. NTA wins

User questions validity of story, suggests leaving boyfriend.

Teacher slams boyfriend’s unrealistic expectations for low-paying job.
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Navigating different futures in relationships: NAH, good luck ❤️

Career shouldn’t be sacrificed for parenting. NTA

Honesty is key in life plan conversations. NTA ♀️

NTA. A calm and respectful response to a blown overreaction

Boyfriend demands girlfriend quit job to raise baby, commenter advises against

Different stances, but things can change. Don’t rush decisions

Boyfriend demands girlfriend quit job to raise baby. Commenter advises against it.

NTA! Boyfriend’s attitude is a red flag . End it or agree on no kids.

Controlling boyfriend demands girlfriend quit job to raise baby. NTA.

Red flag alert . Take a break and assess the situation ⏳

Red flag alert! Name-calling and yelling? Not parent/boyfriend material.

Choosing between career and family: Can this relationship survive?

♀️ Don’t let him trap you with a baby. #NTA
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NTA can work AND raise a child successfully. Boyfriend needs compromise.

Partner wants her to quit job to raise baby. NTA response.

NTA but not compatible long term. He’s TA for assuming.
