MIL Accuses DIL of Making Her Look Bad After Forgetting Son’s Birthday

We all know how important birthdays are, especially when it comes to family. So, when one woman noticed her partner’s family had forgotten his birthday, she couldn’t help but step in. But did her actions make her the bad guy? ♀️ Let’s dive into this family drama!

The In-Laws’ Treatment

Visiting the In-Laws

No Special Treatment ♀️

“You’re Not a Guest”

Cooking for the Family ️

Lack of Interest

“Having Him Was a Mistake”

Visiting Her Mother

The Forgotten Birthday

No Calls, No Presents

A Message to MIL

The Angry Call

“Miserable Mother” Accusation

Feeling Confused

Was It an Asshole Move?

The Blame Game: Who’s the Real Culprit? ️♀️

So, our protagonist tried to help her partner by gently reminding his mother about his forgotten birthday. Instead of gratitude, she received an angry call accusing her of being manipulative and making the mother look bad. Now she’s left wondering if she was in the wrong. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

MIL accuses DIL of making her look bad for forgetting son’s birthday, commenters suggest cutting ties with toxic family.

NTA for calling out MIL’s toxic behavior towards DIL.

Let your husband handle it . No need to please haters

Husband’s emotional well-being is a priority

MIL can’t handle the truth about her behavior. NTA wins.

Cutting toxic family members out of your life is a blessing

NTA. You were even nice enough to give her a way out of admitting that she doesn’t care enough to call her child on their birthday. ‍♀️

Supportive comment and replies about toxic in-laws.

NTA. MIL’s forgetfulness exposed her true feelings. Hug your husband

Commenter defends DIL and calls MIL a miserable mother.

Cutting ties with a narcissistic MIL for partner’s mental health

Congrats on being NTA! Cut toxic people out of life

A heartfelt NTA comment about a forgetful mother’s response

Cutting toxic family ties for self-care

Commenter supports OP, calls MIL a terrible person

Reminding MIL of her grandson’s birthday makes DIL NTA

NTA defends DIL against MIL’s accusations

A heartwarming NTA comment with a happy ending ❤️

Supportive comment, suggests lowering expectations, MIL is always fault-finding

Don’t let toxic family members bring you down

Commenter points out obvious NTA and advises communication with husband

Engage with the commenter’s confusion and use a thinking face emoji: ‘ Can’t blame you for being confused.’

DIL not at fault for forgetful MIL’s bad behavior

Stand your ground and protect your husband. You’re NTA

Commenter suggests husband seek therapy for dysfunctional family roles

Suggestion to improve family dynamic and ease tension

Redditors suggest r/JustNoMIL for similar stories and advice.

Curiosity piques: What’s the backstory behind this question?

NTA comment suggests going no contact with toxic MIL

Commenter defends DIL, calls MIL petty and irresponsible

Supportive comment defends parent, acknowledges partner’s role ❤️

MIL forgets son’s bday, blames DIL. NTA. Be free!

Commenter calls out bad mother, sparks heated debate

Encouraging NTA comment advocating for cutting toxic family ties

Commenter suggests MIL’s behavior is a long term win

Don’t fall for the manipulation tactics, you’re NTA

Celebrate your freedom from in-laws with confetti

Don’t let her bring you down, you’re NTA

Mother-in-law blames daughter-in-law for her own mistake. Not cool

MIL forgets son’s birthday but blames DIL, commenter calls out MIL. NTA

Shut down MIL’s guilt-tripping with a straightforward text

Supportive comment suggests going no contact with toxic MIL

Suggesting a support group for partner dealing with MIL.

In-laws forgetting birthdays? NTA shares relatable experience

Supportive comment from California, reminding OP that love makes family ❤️

Suggesting to cut ties with MIL and visit mom more

Agreeing with NTA comment about MIL’s bad behavior

Commenter calls out MIL for bad behavior, offers personal experience.

Supportive comment suggests going low contact with in-laws for happiness.

Cutting ties with toxic MIL

Cutting out toxic family members: a healthy choice

Avoiding MIL’s toxic behavior is a gift for everyone

DIL stands up for fiance’s forgotten birthday against MIL banishment

Cutting ties with toxic family members is sometimes necessary.

Cutting ties with toxic in-laws is sometimes the best option

Commenter defends DIL and calls MIL a miserable mother

Mom forgets son’s birthday, commenter questions her memory. NTA.

Take care of your mental well-being, stay at a hotel

Setting boundaries and therapy may help husband’s mental health

Commenter defends DIL against MIL’s accusations of bad parenting.

Best gift ever: freedom from miserable family. NTA

Supportive comment and empathy for difficult family dynamics

Don’t waste time on toxic family. Focus on fulfilling pursuits. NTA

Commenter judges harshly, declares not the a**hole.

Free pass to ignore her

When the MIL’s true colors are finally revealed

Cutting off family can be tough but sometimes necessary

Brutal NTA comment calls out bad mother-in-law

Exclusion is never pleasant, but being free of toxicity is liberating. NTA.

DIL not at fault for MIL’s bad behavior

Cutting toxic family ties can be tough, but necessary ‍♀️

Stand up for yourself and visit your mom

MIL forgets son’s bday, accuses DIL of making her look bad NTA stands up for herself and calls out bad hospitality

Commenter sarcastically defends DIL, blaming MIL for forgetting birthday

NTA for forgetting son’s birthday? Let’s see what people think!

Supportive comment suggests cutting off toxic birth family for SO

Cutting toxic family members can be painful but freeing

DIL accused of forgetting son’s birthday, commenter says NTA.

Choose your support system wisely, even if it’s not family