Godmother vs. Grandparents: The Battle Over a Mom Title

Imagine being given custody of your godson after his parents tragically pass away. You step up to the plate, doing your best to provide love and support. Then, one day, he accidentally calls you ‘mom’. You’re understanding and let him know it’s okay if he’s comfortable with it. But when the grandparents find out, they go ballistic! That’s exactly what happened to this 29-year-old woman who’s now caught in a whirlwind of family drama.

Becoming Jack’s Guardian

Family Background

The Accidental ‘Mom’ Moment

A Heartfelt Conversation

Testing the Waters

Grandparents’ Reaction

A Heated Exchange

Grandparents’ Outburst

Setting the Record Straight

Family Backlash

Seeking Outside Opinions

Acknowledging the Reality

The Mom Title Controversy: Who’s Right?

So, this loving godmother steps up to care for her godson after a tragic accident claims his parents’ lives. She’s doing her best, and when he accidentally calls her ‘mom’, she’s understanding and lets him know it’s okay if he’s comfortable with it. But when the grandparents find out, they go on a rampage, even taking to Facebook to spread lies about the situation. The godmother sets the record straight, but some family members still refuse to believe her. As she seeks opinions from outside the family, we can’t help but wonder: is she really in the wrong for letting her godson call her ‘mom’? Let’s dive into what the internet has to say about this…

NTA. Being called mom doesn’t insult his birth mom.

NTA. Being called ‘mom’ by the child reflects your amazing job. Grandparents are being selfish.

Guardian vs Grandparents: Who deserves the ‘mom’ title?

NTA for allowing child to choose to call you mom

NTA. Godmother has custody and power over her son.

Passionate defense of mom title, corrected age adds clarity

Stepmom receives praise for loving stepson like her own ❤

Letting the child decide what to call you is important

NTA. Scott’s parents need to prioritize Jack’s well-being

NTA comment advises against engaging in Facebook drama with grandparents.

Adoptive mother rightfully defends child’s title, others are TA

Stepmom’s unexpected ‘mom’ moment.

Godson’s comfort is priority, not grandparents’ peripheral grief.

Son recognizes mom as mom, NTA wins title battle

Mom-ing ain’t easy, but you’re the real MVP

When a child calls you mom, but you’re not. Awkward!

Having two moms is a blessing

Stand your ground and keep being a great mom

Reassuring a child and standing up to toxic grandparents.

NTA. You are his mom in every sense

Grandparents lie on Facebook, make themselves the a**holes. NTA.

Heartbreaking comment. Kid deserves a loving parent.

11-year-old sees godmother as mom, NTA for providing loving home

Calling a caregiver ‘mom’ is a sign of feeling nurtured ❤

Stepmom earns Mom title, internet agrees: NTA

Being called ‘mom’ by a child in your care.

Stepmom stands up to dad’s family over ‘mom’ title

Let the child decide who to call mom/mum/mam.

You’re his mom, protect him from grandparent’s misplaced anger/guilt

Stepmom embraces ‘Mom’ title, NTA in child’s decision.

You’re his mom, NTA! Second mom but doing all Mom things

Stepmom respectfully becomes ‘mom’ and is NTA.

Heartwarming comment about being called ‘mom’ by a child ❤

Misreading comment leads to funny and supportive response

Putting the child first, NTA comment wins hearts ❤️

Being a great mom to Jack despite hostile paternal family ❤

Grandparents criticized for opposing child’s choice to call guardian ‘mom’

Being called ‘mom’ by a child is a sign of love ❤️. NTA.

Heartbreaking loss, but who’s the real mom? NTA stands firm.

Adoptive mom asserts her title over godmother in heated debate

Adopted family comparison shuts down mom title battle

A heartwarming story of a substitute mom who made a difference ❤️

A heartwarming comment about the love of a non-biological mother ❤️

Adopted mom receives support, labeled NTA.

Godmother stands up to controlling grandparents. NTA wins!

NTA. The little boy found a mother figure in you

You’re not replacing Jack’s mom, you’re filling her role. NTA

Adoptive mom supported by commenters in family title dispute

Grandparents angry over mom title without asking the kid?

Stepmom’s love for her stepson and his desire to call her ‘mom’ ❤️

Unwavering support for a mother’s legal and emotional bond

Commenter calls out grandparents for prioritizing title over grieving child

Being a mom figure to someone doesn’t diminish other moms

A heartwarming story of chosen family and motherhood ❤️

Commenter criticizes Godmother’s overbearing behavior.

Protecting parental rights: advice for stand-in mom.

Heartwarming comment defends OP’s role as ‘mom’ figure ❤

Let the kid call you whatever they want! NTA

Love is infinite ❤️. NTA stands up for godmother.

Stepmom rightfully earns ‘mom’ title, NTA.

Stepmom receives support for being called ‘Mom’ by stepson ❤️

Finding parental figures outside of family is valid. NTA

Grandparents upset over mom title, but NTA has rightful claim

Grandparents posting on Facebook? NTA suggests counseling for resolution.

Stepmom gets heartwarming recognition for being a great mom ❤

Supportive comment defends godmother’s right to be called ‘mom’

Respectful comment on personal choice with NTA judgement

Stepmom earns love and respect, deserves mom title

Letting a child call you ‘Mum’ – NTA wins hearts

Commenter defends OP and calls out judgmental grandparents.

NTA. The kid feels you’ve earned the right to be called mom ‍ , but grandparents are hurt.

Stepmom gets support for being called ‘mum’ by stepson

Stepmom’s loving role in child’s life praised ❤️

Being called ‘mom’ by your godson – NTA, BIGLY

Being a parent is not just by blood. ‍ You are his mom. #NTA