Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a juicy tale of baby mama drama, custody battles, and a heartbroken little boy. Meet our single dad extraordinaire, navigating the treacherous waters of co-parenting with an ex who’s got a knack for disappointment. When a heated confrontation between mother and son leaves everyone in tears, our dad is caught in the middle. Should he have scolded his son on the spot, or was comforting his little guy the right move? Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster and see if we can sort out this messy situation!
Daddy Drama Alert!

Baby Mama Backstory

♀️ Mommy’s Change of Heart ❤️

⚖️ Custody Catastrophe

Skipping Visits, Breaking Hearts

Home Office Hideout

Shouting Match Showdown ️

Daddy to the Rescue ♂️

Exit Stage Left

Angry Mom Phone Call

Baby Bombshell

Heartbroken Hero

New Baby Blues

☎️ Mom on Repeat

AITA for Comforting My Son? ♂️

Daddy’s Dilemma: Comfort or Scold?
In this heart-wrenching tale, our single dad finds himself in a tough spot when his son lashes out at his mom during a visit. The little guy is devastated to learn that his mom is pregnant and will be coming around less, feeling like he’s being pushed aside for the new baby. Dad swoops in to comfort his crying son, but mom is furious that he didn’t scold the boy for his outburst. Now, she’s blowing up dad’s phone, calling him the a****e for not putting her first. Talk about a rock and a hard place! The internet has some strong opinions on this one, so let’s see what they have to say!
NTA. Child expresses big feelings about negligent mother and new baby.

Empathetic commenter defends 10-yr-old’s emotional needs.

NTA. The mother’s neglect and prioritization of new bf over son is unacceptable. Son deserves safety and consideration.

Agree, the mom is prioritizing the new baby over her son.

Supportive comment for a heartbroken 10-year-old son.

10-yr-old feels neglected by mom who prioritizes new family.

Always #TeamKid! Supportive parenting is crucial.

Mother’s inconsistency and lack of trust results in NTA judgement

Empathetic comment validates child’s feelings and distrust towards mother.

Heartbroken child lashes out at absent mother. NTA for exploding.

10-yr-old rightfully defends his boundaries against unfit mother.
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Protecting your son’s feelings doesn’t make you the a**hole
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10-yr-old praised for setting healthy boundaries with new baby
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10-year-old expresses frustration towards mother’s ex-partner’s parenting skills. #NTA
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Standing up for the 10 year old’s justified anger. #NTA

Compassionate reply suggests considering no contact with the mother

Amazing dad listens to heartbroken son’s feelings. #NTA

Validating a child’s feelings after a new baby bombshell

Parenting done right! Putting child’s safety first. NTA

Prioritizing the baby, NTA gets support and advice

Protecting your child from toxic parenting makes you NTA.

Support for a heartbroken child dealing with a tough situation. ❤️

Stand up for your parenting and communicate with your partner
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Applauding support for son’s emotional needs. NTA.
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Supportive comment for a heartbroken 10-yr-old

Cutting out a barely-there parent might be the best choice

Encouraging comment advocating for full custody with a dash of shade.

Support for child’s feelings, NTA judgement, and sympathy shown
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Supportive comment applauds child’s reaction to unfit mother.

Applause for the mother comforting her heartbroken son

NTA. Justified criticism of a hurtful mother’s behavior

Not the a**hole for questioning the impact of a baby

Recognizing the impact of a new baby on siblings.

NTA is a blessing for her heartbroken son. Empathy wins ❤️

Encouraging comment recommends therapy for child to process emotions.

NTA. Supportive reply to a comment on parenting advice from mother.

NTA, but son needs counseling to cope with mother’s abandonment

Supportive comment recommends therapy for heartbroken 10-year-old.

Heartbroken child lashes out at mom over new baby bombshell. Commenter advises talking to son about continuing relationship with mother.

Mom prioritizes new baby over son. NTA for being upset

NTA but prioritize your son’s mental health and contact a lawyer

NTA. Heartbreaking situation for the child, irresponsible mother.

Supportive comment defends child’s reaction to neglectful mother. #NTA

Allowing a 10-year-old to process emotions alone: NTA

Childish emotions are valid! NTA for being honest.

Heartbreaking experience of a child with a new step-sibling.
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Supportive comment reminds mom of her responsibility towards her son ❤️
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Comfort over scolding: NTA for prioritizing child’s feelings

Supportive commenter suggests therapy for heartbroken child’s mental health.
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Heartbreaking comment about the long-term effects of absent fathers
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NTA. Your son has every right to feel the way he feels and absolutely do NOT scold him! She handled it wrong period.

Validating a child’s feelings Supporting mental health matters

10-yr-old rightfully upset at mom’s new baby bombshell. NTA.

NTA. Commenter shares personal experience and encourages counseling for child.

Supportive comment calls out bad parenting, recommends cutting ties

Heartbreaking comment on toxic mother. ❤️

Protecting the child from an absentee parent.

Father’s limited visitation worsens with new baby announcement. NTA.

Document everything and keep your son safe. Be the example.
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Supportive comment validates son’s feelings.

Heartbroken 10-yr-old lashes out at mom; commenters sympathize.

Mom receives criticism for mishandling sensitive discussion with son

NTA commenter provides support and advice for struggling parent ❤️

Inconsistent co-parenting? Take legal action to adjust visitation.
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Heartbreaking situation for a 10-year-old with an AH mother.

Heartbroken child expresses feelings towards mother’s new baby announcement.

Protecting the child: NTA suggests custody for neglectful mother.

Prioritizing child’s well-being is crucial. Therapy can help cope.

Protecting your upset kid > Lashing out. NTA. Mom = AH

Parenting support in the face of a new baby

Encouraging comment on importance of consistent parenting.

Support and therapy are crucial for the heartbroken 10-year-old NTA.

Document everything and go back to court. ✍️ She needs to earn a place in your son’s life.

Encouraging response advocating for therapy to help a hurting child ❤️

Mom’s neglectful behavior towards son sparks NTA reaction ❌

Heartbroken child rightfully upset, needs love and support ❤️

Empathetic parent defends child’s right to express emotions

Son calls out mom for new baby news, NTA wins
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Last Updated on April 12, 2024 by Diply Social Team