Family pressures me to take in half-sister, AITA for refusing?

After my father’s affair led to a divorce, we went no contact with him and his family. Now, after my father and his wife die, my grandparents insist that I take in my half-sister, Annie. I refused, citing my mother’s health and my own therapy, but my family won’t back down. They’ve even harassed us and threatened us. I’m at a loss for what to do, and my brothers and mother are also against taking in Annie. Am I the a**hole in this situation?

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Family pressures me to take in half-sister, AITA for refusing?

Imagine being forced to take care of a child you barely know just because of family pressure. That’s what happened to OP when her father and step-mother passed away, leaving behind her half-sister, Annie. Despite her family’s constant harassment and gaslighting, OP stood her ground and refused to take in Annie, citing her mother’s health and her own mental state. But the pressure continues, even going as far as calling OP and her brothers monsters for not taking in the child. It’s a difficult situation that highlights the complexities of family dynamics and the importance of setting boundaries. What do you think OP should do? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

NTA. Stick to your decision, other relatives can take her in.

Refusing to take in half-sister, facing harassment. NTA.

Refusing to raise father’s affair baby, NTA, family is toxic

OP is NTA for refusing to take in half-sister, and commenters empathize with the difficult situation for both OP and the girl.

You’re NTA for refusing to take in your half-sister. It’s not your responsibility, and it’s unfair for your family to pressure you.

Why is OP being singled out to take in half-sister?

NTA, protect yourself and call the police. Get a lawyer

Heartwarming exchange. NTA for refusing to take in half-sister.

Stand your ground and protect yourself! NTA

Heartbreaking situation. NTA for prioritizing your family’s well-being. ❤

Cutting off toxic family members: NTA, prioritize your mental health

Don’t be a doormat NTA, set boundaries and stand firm.

Refusing to take in half-sister, NTA. ‘No’ is a full sentence.

Choosing not to raise a child, but feeling bad about it

You’re not responsible for your half-sister ‍♀️

No obligation to take in half-sister, NTA

Family pressures OP to take in half-sister, NTA for refusing.

Foster care exists for a reason , NTA for refusing.

Not wanting to take in half-sister, NTA, but kid needs stability ❤️

Protect yourself and your home NTA comment and replies.

Don’t let family guilt you into unsafe living situations. NTA.

Don’t feel guilty, NTA. It’s not your responsibility ‍♀️

Don’t feel guilty! NTA. Let father’s family raise her

Family favoritism? NTA for setting boundaries.

Grandparents should take responsibility, NTA for refusing. ‍♀️

Don’t blame them for not wanting to take in half-sister ‍♀️

Curious about potential involvement of new family, NAH

Don’t feel guilty. It’s best for both of you. ‍♀️

You’re not the a-hole for saying no ‍♀️

Social media outrage overblown, but still hurtful.

Annie’s mother’s family missing?

Why should you be responsible? NTA

Turning the tables on social media venters

Don’t be guilt-tripped, call the cops ‍♀️

Refusing to take in half-sister, NTA. Don’t let them manipulate you!

Don’t let family guilt trip you, NTA ‍♀️

Family pressures OP to take in half-sister, NTA for refusing

Responsible parenting or selfishness?

Curious about the aftermath? This commenter agrees, family’s TA.

Unfamiliar half-sister, no obligation. ‍♀️

Don’t feel guilty, NTA. Half-sister needs caretakers who want her ❤️

Grandparents know her, they should take her in. NTA

Don’t let others pressure you. You’re not the a**hole.

NTA. Valid point about the affair mom’s family involvement

Refusing to take in half-sister due to abusive family history. NTA.

No kid, no problem. NTA

Firmly refuse pressure to raise your half-sister. NTA

Refusing to take in half-sister, NTA. Don’t let family pressure you

No obligation to take in half-sister, NTA. Father’s family sucks

Choosing not to take in half-sister after trauma, NTA ‍♀️

Father’s family are the a**holes, sorry you have to go through this OP

Suggesting getting cops involved? This comment is spicy ️

Defending an unwanted child, suggests CPS and police involvement

NTA. Consider contacting CPS or Annie’s estranged family for help.

It’s not your responsibility to raise a stranger’s child. NTA!

Don’t let your family guilt-trip you! Get help from authorities.

Don’t let family pressure you into taking in half-sister NTA

Refusing to take in half-sister, but prioritize your own safety

Refusing to take in half-sister, NTA. Family is AHs.

Refusing to take in half-sister, NTA and don’t give in

You’re NTA for not taking in your half-sister ‍♀️

Protect yourself and your mother. It’s not your responsibility

Heartfelt comment wishes for a loving home for half-sister

User refuses to take in half-sister, defends right to dislike kids ‍♂️

You’re not obligated to take in half-sister, NTA ‍♀️

Don’t let family guilt trip you into taking in half-sis ‍♀️

Family pressures OP to take in half-sister, but they’re NTA

Being honest about your capacity is the right thing to do!

Protect yourself and your mom Report harassment and seek restraining order

Everyone agrees, NTA

Commenter expresses concern for the child’s well-being, NTA confirmed.

Stand your ground! Setting boundaries is important for your mental health. ✋

Godparents should step up, NTA for refusing half-sister.

Don’t be guilt-tripped, stick to your boundaries. ✊ NTA

Protect yourself from harassment, NTA for setting boundaries

NTA calls for action against family harassment

Concerned commenter suggests calling CPS for half-sister’s wellbeing

Why not adopt her? NTA for refusing.