Husband’s Unwanted Touching During Pregnancy Sparks Conflict

A pregnant woman wrote to AITA about her husband’s constant touching of her belly. Despite expressing her discomfort multiple times, he continues to do so because he wants to bond with their unborn baby. The woman, who suffers from anxiety and doesn’t like to be touched suddenly, has had enough and has now banned him from touching her belly. She lashed out at him in front of their friends and he’s now upset with her. Who’s in the wrong here? Click to find out more.

Excited first-time parents prepare for baby boy arrival

Dealing with unwanted touch during pregnancy with anxiety issues

Boundaries crossed: Husband’s unwanted touching causes conflict during pregnancy

Husband’s unwanted touching during pregnancy creates discomfort and conflict.

Wife confronts husband’s unwanted touching during pregnancy.

Husband’s unwanted touching during pregnancy causes marital conflict

Husband’s inappropriate behavior during pregnancy causes marital conflict.

When does bonding cross the line?

A husband’s constant touching of his pregnant wife’s belly is causing conflict in their marriage. The wife, who has an anxiety disorder and dislikes being touched, has repeatedly asked her husband to stop, but he refuses, claiming he needs to bond with his son. The situation came to a head when the husband publicly wrapped his arms around his wife’s belly, causing her to lash out in front of friends. The husband believes his behavior is normal and feels his wife is preventing him from bonding with their child. Will they be able to come to a compromise or will this issue continue to cause tension in their relationship? Read on to find out.

Set a firm boundary about bodily autonomy now for your child’s sake. NTA.

Husband’s disrespectful behavior during pregnancy causes conflict, therapy or divorce?

Setting boundaries is important. NTA. Consent is key

Husband’s unwanted touching during pregnancy is not bonding, it’s violating boundaries. NTA

Husband’s lack of respect for boundaries during pregnancy causes concern.

Asserting bodily autonomy during pregnancy with a touch of humor

Husband’s disregard for boundaries sparks concern among commenters

Husband’s misguided attempts at bonding causing conflict during pregnancy. NTA.

Setting boundaries during pregnancy, NTA, and a warning sign .

Husband crosses boundaries during pregnancy, ignores repeated warnings. NTA.

Empathy for OP and calling out toxic behavior in replies ❤️

Bold suggestion to deal with unwanted touching sparks debate

Respect during pregnancy. NTA

Set boundaries and prioritize your bodily autonomy.

Respect a woman’s bodily autonomy during pregnancy. #NTA

Respect your boundaries It’s your body, your choice.

Respect boundaries! You’re not the a-hole.

Mommy, please help us resolve our conflicts! ‍♀️

Respect your partner’s bodily autonomy ‍♀️ NTA

Pregnancy doesn’t give anyone the right to touch you uncomfortably

Pregnancy is not an invitation to be touched without consent

Pregnancy shouldn’t strip autonomy. Empathy for NTA comment.

Setting boundaries with toddlers can be tough ‍♀️. Seeking counseling may help

Opinions clash over husband’s unwanted touching during pregnancy. ESH.

Respect boundaries but offer alternative bonding activities for husband and baby ‍❤️‍

Unwanted touching during pregnancy sparks conflict, husband sulks to mother. NTA.

Respect your body and feelings. Couples therapy is recommended.

Set boundaries and prioritize your comfort during pregnancy

Respect and boundaries during pregnancy are crucial. ❌

Setting boundaries during pregnancy is important for respecting autonomy

Setting boundaries during pregnancy is important. NTA for standing up.

Partner’s over-excited behavior during pregnancy causing discomfort. NTA.

Respectful treatment during pregnancy is the bare minimum. ‍ Consider couples therapy.

Bonding begins after birth, says NTA commenter ‍

Setting boundaries in pregnancy is crucial for healthy relationships ❤️

Relatable comment invokes dystopian reference

Partner’s obsession with touching belly creates a red flag. Discuss alternatives. ✨

Setting boundaries is important, NTA for not wanting unwarranted touching

Respectful boundaries during pregnancy are a must

Red flags! OP’s husband using fetus to override her autonomy. NTA.

Respectful OB confirms husband’s inappropriate behavior during pregnancy

Set boundaries and stay safe – NTA comment on unwanted touching.

Boundaries matter! Your body, your rules.

Setting boundaries during pregnancy, NTA but both need support.

Setting boundaries during pregnancy, NTA stands up to husband.

Respect her boundaries. Her body, her rules. ✌️

Boundaries matter: Pregnant wife stands up against unwanted touching

Respect boundaries during pregnancy ✋

Husband violates boundaries, gaslights wife, cries to mommy. NTA.

Respectful boundaries matter! ‍♀️

Consent is key! NTA for setting boundaries during pregnancy ✌️

Bodily autonomy matters. NTA for standing up against unwanted touching

Boundaries during pregnancy: Partner’s touch or discomfort?

You deserve better than a disrespectful and boundary-crossing husband.

Respectful NTA response to unwanted touching, urging couple’s counseling ASAP

Partner’s unwanted touching during pregnancy is abusive and unacceptable.

Communication is key in a healthy relationship Counseling recommended.

Spouse disregards partner’s autonomy during pregnancy. Huge red flag!

Playful solution to unwanted belly touching during pregnancy

Respect the goose Your body, your choice!

Respect boundaries: NTA stands up for her body autonomy

Spouse treats pregnant partner like an object, disregards autonomy. NTA.

Expecting mom draws a line on unwanted touching

Commenter questions the underlying issues and suggests counseling for both.

Respect is key in any relationship. NTA.

Pregnancy does not revoke bodily autonomy. NTA.

Pregnancy should be cherished, not ruined by unwanted touching

A husband’s possessive behavior during pregnancy – a red flag

Pregnancy does not make your body his property. Seek counseling.

Protect your peace and stand up for yourself. ✊