A family welcomed a new member, but a secret birthdate has caused a rift. The grandmother wanted to throw a welcoming party for her grandson, but her daughter-in-law refused. Later, the family discovered that the baby was born two weeks prior, and the son and daughter-in-law hid it from the family. The grandmother was disappointed, and an argument ensued. Some family members believe the couple’s actions were justified, while others think honesty is the best policy. This situation raises questions about the importance of family, honesty, and communication. What do you think about this situation? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
New baby brings joy but also issues for young parents.

Grandma wants to host welcoming party, daughter-in-law refuses

Secret baby!? Grandma finds out 2 weeks later.

Grandma heartbroken after son hides baby’s birthdate

Grandma’s excitement ruins son’s joy for newborn

Grandma shocked by son and daughter-in-law hiding baby’s birthdate

Family divided over hiding baby’s birthdate for party

Let’s respect the nephew’s privacy in this sensitive family matter

Grandma disappointed after son and daughter-in-law hide baby’s birthdate
The birth of a baby is a joyous event for the family, but not everyone is on the same page when it comes to celebrating. A grandma excited to host a welcoming party for her grandson was disappointed when her daughter-in-law refused the offer. However, the situation took a turn for the worse when the grandma discovered that her son and daughter-in-law had kept their child’s birthdate a secret for two weeks. The grandma was understandably upset that she could not properly celebrate her grandson’s birth and invited family members, who were also disappointed. The son’s reason for keeping the birthdate a secret was due to feeling uncomfortable with his mother’s persistent requests for a party. The situation has caused a rift in the family, with some members seeing the son’s actions as justified and others siding with the grandma. Regardless of the differing opinions, it’s clear that communication and compromise are necessary to repair the relationship between the family members involved.
YTA for pressuring the new mother during a pandemic. #LeaveNewMothersAlone
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Grandma learns the hard way: Respect boundaries or lose access

Grandma learns boundaries: Respect new parents’ wishes

Grandma insists on party, gets rightfully called out.

Grandma disregards boundaries, called out for acting immaturely. YTA

Grandma disregards son and daughter-in-law’s boundaries, gets disappointed. YTA.

Commenter calls out OP’s behavior, warns of future consequences.

Grandma learns the hard way that grandparenting is a privilege

Explaining to disappointed family members: YTA pushed for party

OP criticized for disregarding son and DIL’s wishes

Commenter calls out OP for boundary-crossing; praises son’s spine

Grandma disregards new parents’ wishes, YTA. Commenter agrees.
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Grandma disregards new parents’ wishes, called out for being TA.
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Grandma learns she’s TA for planning unapproved party

Commenter’s snarky take on the situation

Grandma crosses boundaries, plans party against son’s wishes. YTA.

New mom calls out in-laws for disregarding her postpartum needs

Commenter calls out OP for prioritizing party over baby’s health

Commenter calls out OP’s lack of boundaries, YTA
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Respect boundaries and give her space. YTA in this case.

Commenter defends son and daughter-in-law, calls out grandma’s entitlement ♀️

Commenter calls out the OP for their irresponsible behavior

Parent accused of ignoring wishes and playing victim.

Entitled grandma receives harsh YTA judgement for disrespecting boundaries

Grandma’s entitlement costs her relationship with son’s family

Grandma disregards boundaries, called out as YTA by comment.
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Why prioritize your needs over the baby’s birthdate?

Self-centered grandma rebuked for ruining family moment.

Grandma, YTA. Respect their boundaries and apologize.

Grandma gets called out for being pushy and selfish. YTA

Respect boundaries or face the consequences

Harsh response to entitled grandma’s unreasonable demands.

Respect their boundaries and stop being pushy.
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New parents need privacy. Don’t push them away.

New mom wants space, YTA throws party against wishes ♀️

Respect boundaries and leave the family alone

Grandma demands grandbaby celebration, son lies to avoid pestering.

Grandma learns about boundaries and respect after baby’s birthdate.

Grandma learns boundaries and respect for son’s decisions.

Grandma learns the hard way that boundaries are important

Respect their privacy, grandma!

Commenter calls out grandma for disrespecting boundaries and endangering baby.

Grandma ignores boundaries and gets called out, subreddit mentioned

Commenter calls out bad behavior in blunt language

Respect boundaries and apologize to maintain grandchild relationship.

Let the new parents enjoy their alone time ♀️

Respect their wishes, your time will come

Grandma learns tough lesson about unreasonable expectations as a grandparent

Commenter called out for being overbearing, labeled YTA

Commenter calls out selfish behavior with a YTA verdict

When family drama goes wrong

Grandma learns the hard way that pandemic ≠ grandbaby party

Grandma ignores boundaries, calls son and daughter-in-law AHs.

Commenter calls out grandma’s behavior as selfish and controlling

Commenter calls out selfish behavior and pandemic risks

Commenter calls out OP for being the a**hole

Grandma disregards son and daughter-in-law’s wishes, hides grandbaby’s birthdate. YTA.

Respect your son and DIL’s decisions or lose grandchild

New parents criticized for hiding baby’s birthdate during pandemic

YTA comment implies frustration with pandemic-related excuses.

Commenter calls out OP for being a**hole.
