Picture this: you’re in a happy relationship with a single mom of two adorable twin boys. Things are going great and you’re even considering moving in together. But then, she drops a bombshell – she wants to become a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) and have you support the entire family! What would you do? In our story today, a 28-year-old man finds himself in this exact situation with his girlfriend, Amy. The couple discusses the possibility, but when Amy’s mom gets involved, things take a dramatic turn.
New Love in Town
Meet the Kids
Moving In Together?
SAHM Dreams
The Big Ask
Financial Worries
Stress Levels Rising
Enter the Mom
Mom’s Interrogation
Frustration Rising
Boundaries Crossed
Cutting the Call
Confronting Amy
Mom’s Perspective
Taking Things Personally?
Dad’s Situation
Financial Struggles
Dad’s Involvement
SAHM Dreams vs. Financial Reality
Our protagonist is in a loving relationship with Amy, a single mom of 7-year-old twin boys. As they discuss moving in together, Amy reveals her dream of becoming a stay-at-home mom, expecting her boyfriend to financially support the family of four. Though he’s not comfortable with the idea, they agree to disagree. But then, Amy’s mom calls, accusing him of being stingy and unwilling to make sacrifices for her daughter and the kids. The situation escalates, with Amy defending her mom’s involvement and our hero feeling frustrated and lost. Meanwhile, the children’s dad is unable to provide financial support due to his own struggles. So, who’s right and who’s wrong in this emotional rollercoaster? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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Be cautious, she may manipulate you into funding her dream
The comment expresses outrage at the man’s refusal to fund his girlfriend’s dream of being a stay-at-home mom. It suggests that he should pay for her and the kids since he’s happy to play with them. The tone is angry and incredulous.
NTA stands his ground against girlfriend’s SAHM ultimatum
Relationship advice: Don’t move in with her and her mom
User suggests compromise for stay-at-home mom dream ♀️
Red flags galore! Cut your losses and run.
Red flag alert! User warns OP about girlfriend’s behavior.
NTA but incompatible: Find a partner who shares your values.
Dating someone with children? Think again! Outrageous demand
Think twice before moving in with her
Red flags waving furiously! Run! ♂️
Think twice before moving in with someone who doesn’t share responsibilities
User accuses girlfriend of wanting to be a trophy wife.
Personal anecdotes and advice on funding stay-at-home mom dream.
Dating a single mother doesn’t mean funding her stay-at-home dream
Snipped man refuses to fund girlfriend’s stay-at-home mom dream
NTA, girlfriend might be using you for a free ride
NTA. Girlfriend’s demand was outrageous, and trying to shame/manipulate you was wrong
Relationship warning: Girlfriend may pressure you to fund her dream
Red flag alert! Girlfriend’s clingy with controlling mom. Run!
Redditor predicts doom for relationship, questions involvement of girlfriend’s mom
NTA stands his ground despite girlfriend’s manipulative behavior ♂️
Harsh criticism of girlfriend’s dream to be stay-at-home mom
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NTA for not funding girlfriend’s stay-at-home mom dream
Partner or benefactor? Reconsidering relationship. NTA
Red flag alert! Get out of there, bro!
User sympathizes with OP’s dilemma of being used for money
Engaging in a discussion about a stay-at-home mom’s plan
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Red flags galore! Run as fast as you can!
Beware of her intentions and consider a prenup
NTA but signing a lease might end the relationship ♂️
NTA refuses to fund girlfriend’s stay-at-home dream
Relationship advice: It might be time to break up ❤
User suggests cutting off lazy girlfriend and her entitled kids
NTA and refusing to fund GF’s SAHM dream is justified
NTA called out gold digger girlfriend and suggested leaving.
User calls out girlfriend’s gold-digging behavior.
Partner’s stay-at-home mom dream a dealbreaker in new relationship ♀️
Respectful disagreement on traditional values leading to amicable split
Red flag alert! Financially supporting girlfriend’s stay-at-home mom dream.
User warns against moving in with girlfriend wanting to be stay-at-home mom
Beware of red flags! Don’t move in with her.
Sensible advice on child support and relationship boundaries
NTA should run fast, not fund single parent’s dream
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18 month ‘audition’ for trad-husband & cashpoint. NTA
NTA stands up to girlfriend’s mom’s request to fund SAHM dream
Clear communication before moving in together is key
SAHM dream ends relationship, commenters suggest finding childless partner
Don’t be gullible! Is she really worth the investment?
Red flag alert! Enmeshed girlfriend and mom, run for the hills!
Single mother shares her perspective on supporting adult children.
NTA. Girlfriend using her mom to shame you into funding her dream.
Don’t be held financially responsible for girlfriend’s dreams
In-laws interfering? Run for the hills!
Be cautious, she might quit her job without consulting you
Insensitive comment shames single mom’s dream.
SAHM dream or sugar daddy scheme? Get out while you can!
Dating a year, 2 kids, too early to move in together
Run, OP! ♂️ Don’t get trapped into being a cash-cow
NTAH. GF living in idealized past; should find someone equally reactionary.
Red flags galore. NTA, don’t fall for manipulation tactics.
User offers thoughtful advice on relationship boundaries
A cautionary tale about the danger of dating incompatible partners.
Escape while you can! ♀️ Job loss incoming.
Man discovers girlfriend’s mom owns house, moves out over rent increase
OP’s girlfriend’s manipulative behavior and why he should end things
Send her down the road? Harsh, but NTA wins.
NTA, but break up with her before she quits job
NTA Refuses to Fund Girlfriend’s Stay-at-Home Mom Dream
Moving in before marriage: a financial risk
User suggests being a stay-at-home dad, questions need for SAHM
Break up with entitled girlfriend who thinks you owe her something
