We’ve all had that one family member who loves to dump their kids on others without any warning, right? Well, one woman had enough and decided to take matters into her own hands when her cousin Amy left her destructive twins with her. Instead of babysitting, she chose to ‘train’ them like dogs, using M&M’s as rewards for good behavior. But when the whole family gathered for a party, things took a chaotic turn! Let’s dive into this wild story.
The Babysitting Dilemma ♀️

Training vs. Babysitting

Destructive Little Devils

M&M’s to the Rescue!

The Kids Behave… For a While

Family Party Disaster

Chaos Ensues

M&M’s to the Rescue… Again?

Mom’s Not Happy

Aunt vs. Mother

The Twins Go Wild

Aunt’s Hands-Off Approach ♀️

Family’s Opinion ️

Candy Chaos: Who’s to Blame? ♀️
So, this woman took a unique approach to handling her cousin’s destructive twins by ‘training’ them with M&M’s as rewards. But when chaos erupted at a family party, the cousin blamed her for their behavior. While most of the family disagreed, a friend pointed out that this ‘training’ could have negative effects on the kids later in life. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation…
Disciplining kids like dogs? NTA says it’s funny and effective.

Aunt trains kids with M&Ms, hilarious and effective parenting!

Taking control of unruly kids at a family party

Suggests clicker training and agility training for hyperactive kids.

No-nonsense comment calls out OP’s lack of backbone.

Concerned commenter suggests calling CPS to help neglected children.

Teaching kids manners: NTA proves cousin wrong

Training kids like dogs? ESH, but she assumes free babysitting.

Training kids like dogs? NTA explains classic behavior modification
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A party during a pandemic? Yikes, that’s how shit spreads

Are the kids being trained like dogs? Clarification needed

Reward-based training for kids? Not a good idea. ESH.

Rewards for good behavior? NTA says it’s legit

Red flags raised on fake story, ESH for terrible family.

Dumping kids like dogs? ESH agrees it’s hilarious but harmful.

Zookeeper parent approves positive reinforcement for kids, NTA.

Aunt trains kids like dogs, but mom’s parenting is worse. ESH.

Reward-based system for kids’ behavior? NTA explains it all.

Training kids like dogs hurts them. ESH, say NO.

User calls out sub’s value system, no replies yet.
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Family drama at its finest: ESH for different reasons ♂️

Are these kids being trained like dogs?

A commenter praises the OP for standing up to entitled cousin.

Delaying gratification produces healthier adults. NTA for concern.
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Praise for a parent trying their best amidst family chaos

NTA commenter suggests structure for ill-behaved ‘pets’ and CPS counseling.

Training kids like dogs? Genius! NTA
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Giving kids candy against parents’ wishes makes YTA, apologize

Potty trained like a dog with M&Ms? Impressive parenting skills!

Training kids like dogs for food is harmful and neglectful. ESH.

Training kids like dogs? Big Bang Theory vibes!

Training kids like dogs? One commenter approves!

Parenting advice or dog training? NTA gets creative

Babysitter trains kids like dogs, roommate approves. NTA wins.

Kids being ‘trained’ like dogs, but mother is the real problem. ESH.

Deliberate psychological damage inflicted on kids, ESH

Positive reinforcement system for kids, not training them like dogs. NTA.

Concerns raised about using sugar as a motivator for kids

Disciplining kids like dogs? ESH. Family party chaos unleashed!

Positive reinforcement for kids like dogs? NTA approves

Teaching kids like dogs? ESH, instant rewards can backfire.

Reward system or dog training? NTA cousin gets blamed.

Training kids with candy? YTA, and damaging their relationship with food.

Don’t let resentment for the mother spill over to the kids.

NTA found a creative way to discipline without punishment. Concerns raised.

Training kids like dogs? One commenter’s hilarious take on parenting.

Discipline is important, but shaking M&Ms at someone is hilarious

Positive reinforcement is effective, NTA. Relative is terrible parent.

Disciplining kids like dogs? NTA warns of potential issues and vulnerability.

Using food as a reward in child development is frowned upon

Toxic family dynamic, treat-trained kids, and a garbage fire situation.

Positive reinforcement for kids like training dogs? NTA approves

Parenting gone wrong? ESH but mom more so

User questions OP’s dependence on their mother and lack of agency.

Don’t let family pressure you into tolerating toxic behavior.

Parenting life hack or treating kids like dogs?

Engaging kids with candy rewards – NTA’s tip for babysitting.

NTA’s comment suggests the mom is careless and kids overreacted

Savage comment shuts down toxic family gathering during pandemic.

Aunt trains cousin’s kids like dogs, mom does nothing. NTA.

M&m’s as a bribe to train kids? Genius!

Bribing kids to behave is not new, happens in schools too

Parenting concerns raised in NTA comment with no replies.

Rewarding kids with M&Ms is like buying ice cream. NTA

Stand up for yourself and don’t tolerate unacceptable behavior.

Engaging babysitting techniques with minimal candy- NTA.

Setting boundaries with cousin’s kids like training dogs

Rewarding good behavior is effective for kids.

Disciplining kids is important, but bringing them to the police?

Aunt’s patience and kindness helps train misbehaving kids

Comparing kids to dogs? Not cool, but NTA according to commenter.

Behavioral conditioning is not bad, it’s basic psychology

User expresses concern for children’s well-being and suggests calling CPS.

Standing up to family can be tough, but cringe-worthy behavior? ESH

Enabling sister’s irresponsible behavior is dangerous for the children. ESH.
