A man is being accused of threatening to break up with his fiancée and kick her out after she asked if they could take in her orphaned niece and nephew. The man has always been clear about not wanting to raise or live with any children, and believes it’s unfair for his fiancée to expect him to upturn his life for two kids he’s never even met.
The fiancée claims they’re the only ones who can take in the kids, but the man argues that her brother could do it with a bit of effort. The situation has driven a wedge between the couple, and the man is now seeking advice on whether he’s the a**hole in this situation .
Man refuses to take in niece and nephew after family tragedy

Refusing to take in fiancée’s niece and nephew?

Refusing to take in fiancée’s orphaned niece and nephew

Man refuses to take in fiancée’s niece and nephew

Man refuses to take in fiancée’s niece and nephew

Man defends decision to not take in fiancée’s niece and nephew.

AITA? Let’s judge this man’s actions.

Mystery surrounding father of niece and nephew creates complications.

Man refuses to take in fiancée’s orphaned niece and nephew
A man is facing a tough decision after his fiancée’s sister and mother passed away, leaving behind two young children. While his fiancée immediately suggested taking in the kids, he has always been clear that he does not want to raise or live with children. Despite the fact that the fiancée has a brother who could take in the children, she insists that they are the only ones who can help.
The man has given an ultimatum that if she insists on taking in the children, their relationship will have to end. The situation is complicated by the fact that the children’s father is unknown, leaving the family with limited options. Read on to see how others are reacting to this delicate situation .
Fiancée’s family tragedy: OP’s child-free stance may end relationship.

Lack of empathy towards fiancée’s family tragedy makes OP TA

Lack of empathy in fiancé’s family tragedy ❌

YTA for lack of empathy towards fiancée’s family tragedy.

Dealing with life changes and difficult situations in a relationship.

Man refuses to take in fiancée’s niece and nephew after tragedy. Commenters disagree on if he is the a-hole.

Commenter calls out OP’s lack of empathy, suggests he share this with future partners.

Difficult decision, but NAH for being honest about incompatibility.

Choosing not to raise traumatized kids is understandable, but telling fiancée to abandon them is heartless. (YTA)

Commenter calls out OP for lack of empathy

Taking in two kids is a huge deal, but is there a compromise?

Redditor calls out OP for refusing to take in orphaned family members. YTA

Choosing not to take in family tragedy is understandable

Lack of empathy makes YTA, mirror shows 5ft a**hole

Compassionate comment acknowledges both sides of the situation ❤️

Clear plans for tragedy are crucial in families. Relationship ultimatum.

OP refuses to take in fiancée’s niece and nephew after tragedy.

Debate over taking in fiancée’s niece and nephew.

Compatibility questioned after family tragedy.

Choosing not to help family, but calling them random? YTA

Op’s lack of empathy shocks commenters

Commenter understands but calls out OP’s lack of empathy

Relationship doomed as compromise on kids isn’t possible
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Compassion and communication are key, give her time to plan. ❤️

User urges OP to show more compassion towards fiancée’s tragedy.

Childfree person refuses to take in fiancée’s niece and nephew

Couple disagrees on taking in family tragedy, relationship doomed

Commenter calls out person’s lack of empathy and entitlement.

Sympathize with your grieving fiancee and encourage her to seek help

NAH. It’s important to discuss taking in kids before tragedy.

Commenter calls out OP for being selfish and unsupportive

Compassionate comment on family tragedy and dealbreaker situation.

Valid point, but should blood relation be prioritized?

Compassion missing in refusal; family discussion prior would’ve helped.

Fiancée’s family in need and YTA won’t help

Reconsidering marriage after unilateral life-changing decision

Navigating relationship changes with empathy and boundaries.

Choosing not to take in fiancée’s family creates compatibility issue

Navigating tragedy in a relationship – compromise or resentment?

Heartbreaking tragedy strains relationship – NAH, but love hurts
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Choosing not to be a parent doesn’t make you an a**hole
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Choosing to be childfree doesn’t make you the a**hole.
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Commenter calls out lack of compassion in refusing to help family.

Compatibility issues arise over fiancée’s desire to care for kids

Fiancée’s family tragedy brings up financial responsibility concerns

Understanding both sides of a difficult family situation

Relationship doomed after refusing to take in niece and nephew

Raising kids is a lifelong blessing. Not taking them in would be damaging. ❤️

NTA. Relationship over, cut your losses and move on.

Staying childfree, NAH for not taking in fiancée’s niece and nephew

Respectful NTA comment on not wanting kids with fiancee’s manipulative behavior.

Choosing not to take in fiancée’s family triggers relationship doubts.
