Picture this: A sunny Sunday, a tranquil river, a canoe, and a family ready for adventure. Sounds idyllic, right? Well, not for one mom who found herself at odds with her adventure-loving husband over a proposed canoeing trip involving their nine-month-old daughter. The husband, armed with a flotation device and a spirit of adventure, was all set to take their baby girl on her maiden canoe voyage. But our protective Mama Bear had other ideas.
The Canoeing Conundrum Begins
The Adventure Dad’s Plan
Mama Bear’s Concerns
The Heat Factor ☀️
The Unending Debate ️
The Backlash
The Safety and Responsibility Issue
The Team Decision
The Family Policy
The Love for Adventure ️
The Safety Concerns
The Final Stand
Mama Bear vs. Adventure Dad: Who’s Right?
In this riveting family drama, a protective mother and an adventurous father lock horns over a proposed canoeing trip with their nine-month-old daughter. The debate heats up as the father insists on the adventure, armed with a flotation device and a spirit of adventure. Meanwhile, our Mama Bear stands firm, citing safety concerns, the baby’s inability to handle heat, and the daunting responsibility of taking care of a baby on a canoe. Despite a family policy of ‘if you aren’t okay with it, it’s a definite no,’ the discussion keeps circling back. Now, the internet is weighing in on this family’s canoe conundrum. Let’s dive into the top responses…
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NTA. Taking a 9-month-old on a canoe trip?
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NTA- Mom deserves to enjoy the trip too.
NTA. Canoeing with a baby? Not a good idea.
NTA, taking a 9-month-old on a canoe is risky and unnecessary
Adventure Dad’s passive-aggressive behavior is causing tension.
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NTA – Canoeing with a 9-month-old? Bad idea. Life jacket bulky. Hypothermia. Sunburn. Stay home with daughter.
Experienced parent advises against taking a 9-month-old on a canoe
NTA. Husband wants baby in canoe, but it’s unsafe and unrealistic. Get a sitter and have fun without worry.
NTA. Moms deserve to enjoy trips too! ♀️
No stress! Canoeing with a 9 month old? Wait till diapers!
“NTA. Terrified of flipping over with the baby. Canoe conundrum!”
Safety first! Trusting a canoe company with a 9-month-old?
NTA: Canoeing with a baby? Sounds like a sonic adventure!
Safety first! NTA explains why canoeing with young kids is risky
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Taking her would be dangerous
NTA: No way should a 9-month-old go canoeing! Plus, horses?
NTA. Trust your instincts and communicate openly with your husband
NTA: Safety first! Stand your ground until the kid can swim
