Family gatherings can be a source of joy, but they can also bring out the worst in people. In this story, a man shares his experience of a family video call that took an unexpected turn when his brother announced that his girlfriend, who happens to be the man’s toxic ex and mother of his child, is pregnant. The news left him feeling overwhelmed and he decided to leave the call, sparking a debate among family members about whether he was right to do so.
Sibling Rivalry
Family Arguments
Toxic Ex Enters the Scene
A Struggling Single Dad
Brother’s Hurtful Actions
Family Video Call
Emotional Overwhelm
Leaving the Call
Accusations Fly ️
Family Divided ⚖️
Parents’ Reaction
Uncle’s Opinion
Cutting Off Contact ✂️
Grateful for Support
Family Torn Over Man’s Reaction
This man’s brother announced his ex’s pregnancy during a family video call, leaving him feeling overwhelmed and emotional. He decided to leave the call, sparking a debate among family members about whether he was right to do so. While some argue that he should have stayed, others believe he was justified in leaving. The man is now considering cutting off contact with his brother and ex for the sake of his son. What do you think? Share your thoughts and reactions.
Ex dates brother, has child, doesn’t take responsibility for their child. NTA
Protecting your child from a toxic family situation. NTA
Cutting toxic people out of your life is hard but necessary
NTA for cutting contact with brother who got ex pregnant
Avoiding family events may be the best option
Cutting off family after shocking pregnancy announcement. NTA.
Protect yourself and your child. NTA.
Toxic family? Cut them out. Uncle’s advice? Ignore it.
NTA handled pregnancy announcement well, but should consider going no contact
NTA’s comment and reply hilariously roast brother’s situation
Commenter praised for mature response to shocking pregnancy announcement.
Doubts raised over authenticity of story, hilarious comments ensue
Commenter avoids family after shocking pregnancy announcement. #NTA
Sibling-cousin drama, NTA calls out brother’s actions ♀️
NTA. Get full custody and cut them off completely
Cutting ties with toxic family members is sometimes necessary
Protect yourself and your son. Get child support ASAP
Protective parent warns against sociopaths in family court
Commenter calls out OP for not protecting themselves and child
Encouraging response to man dealing with unexpected pregnancy news
Commenter calls girl ‘disgusting’ after NTA judgement
Supportive commenters suggest cutting off toxic family member. ❤️
Protecting your child and finances after a shocking announcement
Supportive comment section. NTA for standing up for yourself
Mature response to shocking news, justified to cut off brother.
Cutting contact after shocking pregnancy announcement. NTA.
Polite response to awkward pregnancy announcement earns etiquette hero status ♂️
Brother sleeps with ex, OP NTA. Family drama ensues
Commenter defends OP and criticizes sub’s purpose. ♂️
Cutting off toxic family members is sometimes necessary
Handling a difficult situation with grace and avoiding drama
Supportive comment encourages OP to show emotions, declares NTA
Cutting toxic family members for the sake of your child.
Cutting ties with toxic family members for mental health
Protecting your child comes first. NTA for setting boundaries.
Commenter questions woman’s heart after shocking pregnancy announcement.
Cutting contact with ex and brother is healthiest for child
Brother slept with ex-wife, now having a baby. NTA.
Not the a**hole for announcing pregnancy?
Protecting your child from toxic family members
Self-care first! NTA for setting boundaries with unreasonable family.
Cutting off brother and ex, getting child support for son. NTA.
Commenter calls out family for supporting inappropriate relationship
Get a legal custody agreement and go to therapy for support
Suing for back child support? That’s a power move!
Cutting off toxic people for a healthier environment
Commenter calls out unacceptable behavior and offers advice.
Supportive comment shows empathy for difficult situation
Brother’s about to be a single dad too? NTA wins!
Handling a shocking pregnancy announcement with maturity and wit
Handling a shocking pregnancy announcement with grace.
Avoiding family drama with a shared baby mama. #NTA
Supportive comment suggests cutting toxic family out of life
Take care of yourself and your son first . Avoiding them is okay.
Toxic ex and brother having a baby? NTA for cutting ties
Stealing thunder? Going no contact? Drama ensues in family announcement
Supportive comment urges OP to prioritize self-care and cut off family.
Cutting ties with family over pregnancy announcement?
Cutting toxic family ties for your child’s wellbeing.
Civil exit after shocking news, but why take offense?
Commenter criticizes woman’s parenting, defends brother’s decision.
Protecting your child should always be your top priority
Encouraging advice on filing for child support in a tough situation
Cutting toxic family members for the sake of your child.
Avoid the drama. NTA. Focus on raising your son
Cutting ties after a hook up? NTA takes action
Cutting toxic family members out is tough but necessary.
Last Updated on May 1, 2023 by Diply Social Team