Meet our protagonist, a 27-year-old woman who loves children more than anything else in the world. She and her husband have a big, bustling family of five kids, two biological and three adopted. Their love for children knows no bounds, but their family seems to think otherwise. Their relatives believe they’re exaggerating, that kids are expensive and they need to think about their future. But what happens when the couple announces they’re expecting another child? Let’s dive into this dramatic tale of family, love, and financial controversy.
Big Family, Big Love
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Family Criticism Begins
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New Arrival Announcement Sparks Controversy
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Sister’s Struggles and Criticism ♀️
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Financial Stability and Love, Not a Problem
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Sister’s Unwanted Advice
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Harsh Words Exchanged ️
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Family Backlash Begins
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Family Accusations and Frustrations
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Adoption Misunderstandings Cleared
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Not Hoarding, Just Loving ❤️
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Big Family Drama Unleashed: Love, Money, and Family Ties Tested
Our big-hearted protagonist and her husband are expecting their sixth child, much to the dismay of their family. Their love for children and financial stability seem to fall on deaf ears as their family criticizes them for their expanding brood. The situation escalates when the protagonist’s sister, struggling financially with just one child, criticizes her decision to have more children. The protagonist, tired of the constant criticism, retorts that her sister’s financial struggles aren’t her problem. This sparks a family backlash, with everyone accusing her of being a horrible person. Amidst all this, she clarifies that their adopted children are siblings, adopted separately to prevent them from ending up in different homes. It’s not about hoarding children, but about providing a loving home. Now, let’s see what the internet thinks about this family feud…
NTA. Don’t let others project their financial issues onto you

Can a big family provide emotional support and individual attention?

Mixed opinions on having a big family, potential concerns raised

Parent shaming and insults – a dysfunctional family feud

Is there more to this story? Family drama and age gap.

Family drama: Are they both a**holes? Can they reconcile? ♀️

Concerns about financial stability and support for a large family

YTA. Five kids? They’re not toys! Lack of attention.

ESH. Having more kids can be selfish, according to commenters

Engaging in a family feud over having a big family

Family feud escalates with accusations and hurtful words.

Is having a big family really financially sustainable?
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NTA. Affording kids is important, but parenting is more complex . Can one parent handle it all?

Think hard about family size and financial implications

Questioning societal pressure on having children

Family dynamics can be complex, affecting childhood experiences.
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OP defends financial stability amidst family’s criticism.

“You’re pregnant with 5 kids already, how will you cope? YTA.”

Snobby comments about finances? ESH in this heated family feud!

College funds for 6 kids? Financial fiasco or big love?

Adding more kids may be overwhelming, but love conquers all

Judging others’ parenting choices? YTA with a touch of ESH
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EHS: Money, parenting, and a lack of congratulations.

Limited time and attention? YTA for not supporting your kids? ♀️

Planning for the worst: What happens if you both die?

Last Updated on October 11, 2023 by Diply Social Team