We all know that some people are just not morning people, and it can be a struggle to get them out of bed. But what happens when one partner is tasked with waking up their heavy-sleeping significant other, only to be met with grumpiness and hurtful comments? This is the story of a couple who found themselves at odds after the girlfriend missed an important appointment. ️
The Sleepy Girlfriend Setup

The Wake-Up Routine

Grumpy Mornings

The Fateful Appointment ⏰

The Snappy Response

The Angry Retort

Missed Appointment, Blame Game Begins

Standing Up for Herself ♀️

The Aftermath ️

Edit: Update and Solutions

Waking Up a Grumpy Girlfriend: A Battle of Wills
This couple found themselves in a tough spot when the girlfriend, a heavy sleeper, missed an important appointment after snapping at her partner during their usual wake-up routine. Tired of being treated poorly in the mornings, the partner let her sleep and miss the appointment, leading to a heated argument. After discussing the issue, they’ve set boundaries and are trying new strategies to make their mornings more peaceful. ️ Let’s see how the internet reacted to this situation…
Partner oversleeps, verbally abuses OP. NTA.

NTA. Girlfriend’s toxic behavior puts partner in no-win situation

Partner’s verbal abuse for oversleeping is unacceptable. NTA

NTA. Commenter shares their tips for waking up on time ☕️

Partner’s morning grumpiness is no excuse for verbal abuse

Partner not at fault, but is girlfriend’s sleep issue medical?

Creative revenge ideas for flaky partners

Partner’s abusive behavior makes NTA clear

Partner’s hostility in the morning is a red flag.

Partner’s girlfriend is irresponsible and lacks basic functioning skills.

Partner needs to stop being a human alarm clock for girlfriend ⏰

Understanding sleep inertia and tips for waking up partner. ❤️

Partner not responsible for girlfriend’s irresponsibility. NTA

Partner shouldn’t be a human alarm clock. NTA

Creative solution for girlfriend’s tardiness sparks funny replies

Partner not at fault for girlfriend’s sleep issue.

Partner not responsible for girlfriend’s sleep habits. NTA.

Partner accused of waking her up, but NTA suggests otherwise

Partner not at fault for girlfriend’s heavy sleeping habits

Partner oversleeps, blames NTA. Don’t take responsibility for others’ actions.

Partner not responsible for girlfriend’s lack of responsibility

Partner’s morning alarm woes, NTA suggests growing up.

Partner oversleeps, blames OP. NTA for not enabling her behavior.

Morning grumpiness and lack of planning lead to blame game

Partner repeatedly apologizes but doesn’t change behavior. NTA.

Partner refuses to wake up girlfriend, justified?

Partner refuses to be a wake-up call, NTA

Partner oversleeps, blames you? NTA, you’re not her parent

Partner blamed for girlfriend’s missed appointment, commenters agree NTA

Suffering from DSPD? Treatment options to improve life

Partner not the a**hole for setting boundaries with lazy girlfriend

Struggling with waking up? Try multiple alarms and math questions! ⏰

Partner blames OP for her own failings, Clocky alarm suggested ⏰

Don’t be her alarm clock, she’s a grown-up

Partner’s constant irresponsibility causing strain on relationship. NTA.

Exhausting to deal with, but NTA for expecting responsibility.

Partner’s abusive wake-up routine needs to stop. NTA for leaving.

Partner refuses to wake up verbally abusive girlfriend. NTA

No excuses for a grown-up to rely on partner’s alarm ⏰

Partner’s girlfriend oversleeps appointment and blames him. NTA.

Partner’s girlfriend needs to take responsibility for her actions.

Partner’s morning behavior is unacceptable. NTA for leaving.

Partner is NTA for refusing verbal abuse as wake-up call

Partner refuses to coddle girlfriend, calls out incompetence

Partner not responsible for girlfriend’s oversleeping

Partner criticized for girlfriend’s irresponsibility

Partner not responsible for girlfriend’s actions. NTA.

Setting boundaries with loved ones is important. NTA

Partner not a caretaker, NTA for holding girlfriend accountable

NTA for calling out emotional abuse

Partner not at fault for girlfriend’s irresponsibility

Suggest a routine to wake up girlfriend, stand up for yourself

Partner’s girlfriend may have ADHD and depression, needs medical attention

Commenter suggests solutions to partner’s sleeping problem. ✅

Partner’s girlfriend needs a reality check and an alarm clock ⏰

Don’t let someone verbally abuse you for doing them a favor

Partner not responsible for adult GF’s appointments. #NTA

Partner’s girlfriend needs to grow up and take responsibility

Partner should stop enabling girlfriend’s behavior.

Useful tip for heavy sleepers and NTA judgement.
