Dad’s Disappointment: Is He Resenting His Daughter?

A concerned mother shares her story about her husband’s behavior towards their 6-year-old daughter, Lily. From the moment she was born, the father seemed disappointed that she wasn’t a son. As Lily grows up, her father engages her in traditionally masculine activities, but his recent actions have the mother questioning if he resents their daughter.

Expecting a Son, Getting a Daughter

Daddy-Daughter Activities

Tough Love or Something More?

Discovering Her Feminine Side

Dad’s Harsh Reaction

Confronting the Issue ️

Defensive Dad ️

A Mother’s Concern Grows

As the father continues to engage Lily in masculine activities and discourages her feminine interests, the mother can’t help but wonder if he resents their daughter for not being a son. Despite confronting him about his behavior, the father denies any resentment and accuses the mother of being paranoid. What do you think? Share your thoughts and reactions below.

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Commenter calls out dad’s behavior, supports daughter.

Memories last a lifetime, even for a 6-year-old

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