Mom BANS Son’s “Controlling” GF! Fair or Too Far?

Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a doozy of a story here. Meet Mama Bear , a single mom trying to navigate the treacherous waters of her 16-year-old son’s relationship. At first, it seemed like your typical teenage romance , but as time went on, red flags started popping up faster than a game of whack-a-mole! Is Mama Bear being an overprotective a-hole, or is she right to step in and protect her cub? Let’s dive in and find out! ‍♀️

Trouble in Teen Paradise?

From Puppy Love to Problematic Patterns

Mr. Chatterbox Clams Up

Farewell Friends?

Controlling GF Calls the Shots

Skateboard Sold, Drawings Dumped ️

Mom’s Wise Words

Texts Under Surveillance

GF’s Got His Phone on Lock

Red Flags Waving, But He’s Color Blind

Single Mom Second-Guessing

Family Time Cut Short ‍ ‍ ❌

Mom’s Advice: Just Say No! ‍♂️ ️

Unpredictable GF Strikes Fear

Coworker’s Eye-Opening Question

Mom Lays Down the Law ‍⚖️

Single Mom Seeks Advice

Parental Instincts vs. Overprotectiveness ❓

Mom at a Loss ‍♀️

Mama Bear vs. Controlling GF: Who Will Win?

Well, well, well… it looks like Mama Bear is in quite the pickle! Her son’s girlfriend has been exhibiting some seriously controlling behavior , from dictating who he can hang out with ❌ to monitoring his every move . Mama Bear tried to talk some sense into her cub ️, but he’s too smitten to see the red flags . So, she took matters into her own hands and banned the lovebirds from being alone together . But now, she’s second-guessing herself . Is she being an overprotective a-hole, or is she just looking out for her son’s best interests? ‍♀️ Let’s see what the internet has to say about this juicy drama!

Concerned commenter warns of narcissistic girlfriend’s dangerous behavior.

NTA commenter advises therapy and support for son in abusive relationship.

Parental guidance is important in teaching healthy relationships. ‍

Supportive comment encourages action against possible abuse.

Protective mom steps in to save son from controlling girlfriend.

NTA for wanting to interfere in your son’s abusive relationship

Parenting advice with a touch of humor

Helpful suggestion to recognize abuse and support the son ❤️

Protective mom warns son of manipulative girlfriend. NTA.

Supportive comment applauds mom’s actions, warns of potential danger.

Spot on advice for a mother protecting her son from abuse.

Survivor of abusive relationship explains why mom’s intervention is important.

NTA- Supportive comment about a similar experience in the past.

Encouraging support and resources for son in abusive relationship.

Son’s GF too controlling, NTA suggests therapy and ditching friends

NTA mom sets boundaries to protect son from toxic girlfriend

Supportive sister advises therapy and closer relationship with son ❤️

Hope for update on tricky situation with controlling GF.

NTA – A heartfelt advice to have an open conversation

Supportive comment calls out double standard, wishes good luck.

Support for a mother protecting her son from a controlling girlfriend

Gender double standard acknowledged and supported. NTA comment.

Protective mom takes a stand against controlling girlfriend.

NTA shares his experience of being in an abusive relationship.

NTA. Son may be in abusive, toxic relationship. Therapy recommended.

Protecting son from controlling GF. Suggests therapy and quality time.

Protecting your child from abuse is always the right thing

Controlling GF described as classic abusive. NTA’s personal experience shared.

NTA mom protecting son from controlling girlfriend, important and fair

Son’s first relationship gone wrong

OP’s girlfriend is isolating him, NTA for banning her.

Protective mom sets boundaries to save son from controlling girlfriend

Glad you got out of that situation. NTA, mom did good.

A cautionary tale of toxic relationships and isolation tactics.

Parental protection and tough love.

Protective mom supports son in toxic relationship.

NTA, girlfriend is abusive and controlling. Get him help

Interfering in teen relationships can backfire. Personal experience speaks volumes.

Son’s girlfriend may be abusing him emotionally. Seek professional help.

“Psycho” GF banned by mom. Son needs therapy, pronto.

Parental intervention can be crucial in toxic relationships.

Survivor of abusive relationship advises seeking professional help. NTA.

A refreshing take on the lack of divisive posts.

Heartbreaking situation. Virtual hugs to the struggling parent

Supportive comment suggests counseling to help address controlling girlfriend.

Encouraging therapy for son’s controlling girlfriend situation. ✌

NTA defends mom’s decision to ban son’s abusive GF.

Recognizing signs of abuse in relationships. Seek help immediately! ✊

NTA commenter offers support and advice to concerned mother.

Gender shouldn’t matter in recognizing signs of a controlling relationship.

Supportive comment advocating for counseling and domestic violence resources

Helpful advice for dealing with emotionally abusive relationships.

Protecting your child from toxic relationships is always NTA

‍ ‍ Supporting a loved one out of an abusive relationship. ❤️

Concerned commenter shares story of abuse, supports mother’s decision.

Passionate comment supports mom’s ban on son’s controlling girlfriend.

Protective mom rightfully intervenes to help her son escape abuse.

Protective mom takes action against controlling girlfriend, receives approval.

Supportive comment suggests counseling for both parties and involving parents.

Let your son explore his submissive side safely, YTA.

Getting a therapist involved might help in this situation

NTA, but commenter advises seeking *real* advice on abuse tactics. ✍️

NTA. Suspicious behavior from partner is not justified without cause

Parent empathizes with son’s girlfriend dilemma, conflicted with own feelings.

NTA commenter wishes parents had banned controlling partner sooner

A cautionary tale of an abusive relationship with advice for parents

NTA for banning controlling GF. Talking to her and parents recommended.

Encouraging support for male counseling and emotional well-being.

Overprotective parenting can push kids away.

Protecting your child from an abusive partner is always NTA

Encouraging empathy and counseling for a son in an abusive relationship. ❤️

Teaching healthy relationship boundaries is important. #NTA

Banning won’t solve anything. Get him professional help instead. ✌

Brother’s controlling girlfriend is like a drug. NTA, save son