Man Questions Wife’s ‘Post-Partum Depression’ as She Plans Month-Long Party Trip

A concerned husband is left questioning his wife’s priorities after she gave birth to their first child together. He’s been taking care of their newborn daughter, doing housework, and supporting his wife who claims to have post-partum depression. But when she announces plans to leave for a month-long party trip abroad with her girlfriends, he’s left wondering if there’s more to the story. ‍♂️

New Dad, New Responsibilities

Struggling Wife or Neglectful Mom? ‍♀️

Claiming Post-Partum Depression

Refusing Therapy ️

A Shocking Revelation ✈️

Who Will Care for the Baby?

Wife’s Suggestion: Hire Help or Let Kids Do It ‍♂️

Husband’s Outburst: No PPD, Just Neglect!

Ultimatum: Trip or Divorce

Silent Treatment and Couch Sleeping ️

Additional Info: No Help for Baby Girl

Self-Diagnosed PPD?

Couch Sleeping: Least of Worries

Baby Was Planned

A Compromise: Therapy First ️

Safety First: Baby Stays with Grandma

Husband’s Dilemma: Wife’s PPD or Pure Neglect?

This husband is left questioning his wife’s priorities after she gives birth to their first child together. He’s been taking care of their newborn daughter, doing housework, and supporting his wife who claims to have post-partum depression. But when she announces plans to leave for a month-long party trip abroad with her girlfriends, he’s left wondering if there’s more to the story. He gives her an ultimatum: if she goes on the trip, it’s a divorce. Now she’s mad, he’s sleeping on the couch, and the baby’s future hangs in the balance. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

New mother plans month-long party trip, sparking debate on PPD.

Commenter suggests getting social services involved for wife’s mental health.

Debate over wife’s month-long party trip and possible postpartum depression.

Ignoring post-partum depression can have serious consequences.

Couple in denial about PPD, therapy recommended but not accepted

Commenter questions wife’s parenting, replies suggest post-partum depression.

Debate over wife’s ‘post-partum depression’ treatment and party trip

OP’s dismissive attitude towards wife’s PPD is dangerous and ignorant

Mother’s month-long party trip raises concerns about mental health. ESH.

Taking accountability for actions, even with mental illness.

Wife’s concerning behavior may indicate post-partum depression. Seek help ASAP

Addressing post-partum depression stigma and encouraging seeking medical help.

Concerned commenter suggests postpartum psychosis as possible issue.

Navigating post-partum depression and stigma around mental health

Urgent need for wife’s medical attention due to PPD concerns

Man judges wife for not seeking treatment for PPD

Divorced commenter shares experience and advises to prioritize child’s well-being

URGENT: Wife needs medical help for post-partum depression

Couple struggles with wife’s post-partum depression and family support.

Supporting a spouse with postpartum depression is challenging but necessary

Couple needs to prioritize mental health for the sake of family

User advises seeking medical help for wife’s possible PND

Worried husband seeks help for wife’s post-partum depression

New mom’s month-long party plan raises red flags

Wife’s PPD is real. Get her help, be the hero.

Overcoming post-partum depression: A personal story with a happy ending

Acknowledging PPD, but running away isn’t the solution

Insightful comment on PPD and the importance of seeking help

Commenter defends wife’s behavior, suggests calling her OB for help ‍

Commenter empathizes with wife’s illness, advises husband to seek help.

Understanding PPD/psychosis and its symptoms is crucial in this situation

Is it PPD or neglect? Wife’s behavior raises concerns

Supportive comment defends wife’s mental health struggles.

Don’t dismiss her post-partum depression symptoms, YTA. Listen to her.

User calls out OP for invalidating wife’s PPD struggles.

Wife refuses therapy for PPD, plans month-long party trip

Support and empathy are crucial for dealing with PPD.

Commenter advises husband to approach wife with compassion and ultimatums

OP doubts wife’s PPD but may be a symptom. NTA.

A touching story of how a husband helped his wife with PPD

Encourage therapy for wife’s depression, don’t dismiss her feelings.

Divorcing wife may not solve custody problem, seek legal advice

Wife’s month-long party trip may be a symptom of PPD

Expertise questioned in response to mental health inquiry

Worried husband seeks advice on wife’s postpartum depression symptoms

Husband expresses concern for wife’s behavior, urges her to seek treatment

NTA. Get away from her and never look back.

Seek medical advice and support for post-partum depression

Parenting is tough. Wife may have PPD and needs help

Dealing with post-partum depression is incredibly hard. Seek help.

Questioning PPD diagnosis, yelling and threatening divorce? ESH here.

Misunderstanding PPD is harmful. Wife needs medical help, not therapy. YTA.

Supportive comment suggests therapy for wife’s behavior, advises caution.

User questions baby’s planning and wife’s feelings, but NTA.

NTA prioritizes infant care over party trip, sparking debate.