Dad Refuses to Apologize for Hurting Daughter

We’ve all heard of dad jokes, but what about dad humor gone wrong? One mom found herself in a tough spot when her husband pinched their sensitive 7-year-old daughter, causing her to cry. When he refused to apologize, the mom was left questioning if she was in the wrong for demanding an apology. Let’s dive into the story and see if this is just a case of misunderstood humor or something more.

A Pinch and a Cry

Sensitive Daughter’s Pain

Mom Demands an Apology ️

Dad’s Defiance

Mom’s Frustration Grows

Dad Escapes to Man Cave

Update: A Morning of Reflection

Family Dynamics and Boundaries

Dad’s Upbringing and Daughter’s Space

Mom’s Struggle with Control

Addressing the Situation

Dad’s ‘Humor’ or Crossing the Line?

This mom found herself in a tricky situation when her husband pinched their sensitive 7-year-old daughter, causing her to cry. When he refused to apologize, the mom was left questioning if she was in the wrong for demanding an apology. As the discussion unfolded, it became clear that family dynamics and upbringing played a role in the dad’s actions. While some defended his behavior, others felt it crossed a line. The mom is now trying to navigate how to address this type of situation without being controlling or belittling. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Mom’s silence would have condoned bad behavior

Parenting done right ‍ ‍ – Advocating for your child

Mom defends daughter against mean dad, NTA

Cracking eggs on kids’ heads trend is mean, daughter deserves better

Father’s behavior towards daughter normalized abuse. Glad someone stood up.

Basic manners and kindness demand an apology. NTA.

A warning of potential CPS involvement in a sensitive situation

NTA. Talking to him about it could help.

Stand up for yourself

Encouraging parent to talk to kids and check for abuse

Teaching kids to accept physical harm from loved ones? Not okay. NTA

NTA. Dad’s behavior is unacceptable and harmful to his daughter.

Childhood trauma is not a joke . NTA.

Daughter’s father is a bully and throws tantrums when confronted

Dad’s refusal to apologize will cost him his daughter’s trust

Toxic dad refuses to apologize to daughter, sets bad example

Modeling apologies is important for kids to learn empathy.

Father refuses to apologize for hurting daughter, commenter praises OP’s actions.

A fiery response to a dad’s unacceptable behavior

Dad’s joke went too far, time to apologize.

Insightful comment on narcissistic behavior with supporting subreddit link

Heartbreaking comment on a father’s refusal to apologize

Childhood trauma caused by normalized violence. NTA for speaking up.

Valid point on not dismissing daughter’s pain response.

Father refuses to apologize for hurting daughter. Commenter calls out behavior.

Modeling appropriate behavior is crucial in parenting ‍

Teaching violence to a child is never the solution

Standing up to dad’s hurtful ‘jokes’ – NTA

Father’s refusal to apologize is hurting his daughter’s future relationships

Supportive comment suggests petty response to father’s behavior.

Dad humor is cheesy puns, not making your kid cry

Setting boundaries and consequences for dad’s behavior towards daughter

Daughter shares her experience with similar behavior from her father.

Daughter knows dad’s NTA, husband is TA. Daughter’s got dad’s back.

Parenting gone wrong: Pinching is not playtime

Concerned commenter questions if dad’s abusive behavior is a one-off.

Marriage red flag: husband won’t apologize to his own child

Setting boundaries with parents during playtime

Dad’s ‘joke’ backfires, daughter deserves apology. NTA.

Father refuses to apologize for hurting 7-year-old daughter

Concerned commenter questions possible pattern of abuse

A refreshing take on fatherhood

Breaking the cycle of abusive humor – NTA’s advice

Dad’s refusal to apologize to daughter is unacceptable

Women should be prized for emotional support, not just independence

The impact of a father’s actions on his child’s future

Support for daughter with difficult dad.

Setting a great example for her daughter, NTA

A dad refuses to apologize to his hurt daughter. NTA.

Teaching basic manners to adults

Concerned commenter calls out abusive behavior by father

Daughter should learn to stand up to abuse, husband is asshat

Spouse is abusive, NTA. Beware of DARVO manipulation tactics.

Tickling incident prompts discussion on apologizing for accidental hurts

Dad’s violent behavior towards daughter causes outrage

Setting a good example for your kids is important

Heartwarming dad expresses concern over insensitive father’s behavior

A heartwarming story about a great dad and a warning.

Daughter hurt, dad won’t apologize. NTA or ESH?

Fatherly love and accountability. NTA wins the day!

Parenting gone wrong: childish dad and frustrated daughter.

Concerned commenter questions dad’s behavior and shows support for OP.

Teaching kids to apologize is important. NTA comment agrees.

NTA. Daughter is mature, husband needs to stop hurting her.

Father’s behavior setting dangerous example for daughter’s future relationships

Parenting advice with a touch of sass

Father refuses to apologize to daughter after hurting her feelings

NTAH. Parent’s behavior is unacceptable. Daughter’s sensitivity is valid.