Being a single mom is never easy, but imagine having to deal with a family torn apart by betrayal and jealousy. This mom of two daughters, Kay (26) and Layla (22), has been struggling to keep her family together after a shocking incident that left everyone reeling. With one daughter’s actions causing a rift between the sisters, this mom is left questioning if she’s done enough to try and mend their broken relationship. Let’s dive into the heart-wrenching story of this family’s turmoil.
The Struggle with Layla

Jealousy and Attention-Seeking

The Boyfriend Incident

Layla’s Obsession

The Unthinkable Happens

Confronting Layla

Layla’s Refusal to Apologize ♀️

Kay Moves On, But Layla Doesn’t

Layla’s Pleas for Reconciliation

Mom’s Tough Love

Grandma’s Opinion

Clarifying the Situation

Supporting Both Daughters ❤️

Layla’s Mental Health Struggles

Mom’s Reflections and Regrets

A Family Torn Apart: Can They Find Forgiveness?
In the aftermath of Layla’s shocking betrayal, this single mom is left trying to navigate the emotional minefield that has become her family. Kay has managed to move on, but Layla continues to struggle with the consequences of her actions and refuses to apologize. As this heartbroken mother tries to support both her daughters, she wonders if she’s done enough to help them heal. With the weight of guilt and regret on her shoulders, she questions if there’s anything more she can do to bring her family back together. The internet has weighed in on this family’s turmoil, and the responses are as varied as they are passionate.
NTA. The reality of life is that adult children must sort out their own sh*t. You’re a great mother, but intervening risks your relationship with both daughters.

Mother chooses daughter’s side, but commenter suggests going low contact.

A heartwarming exchange between a supportive mother and commenter
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NTA for feeling repulsed by the mother’s lack of accountability.

Commenter suggests counseling to deal with daughter’s neediness

NTA commenter advises Kay to put her foot down with Layla
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NTA. Setting boundaries with family is important for self-care.

NTA warns against Kay being seduced by Layla’s husband again ♀️

Mom caught in the middle of daughters’ feud after two years
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Layla’s intentions are clear, NTA for protecting the marriage.
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Encouraging help for a difficult sister. NTA

Sibling feud resolved without parental intervention. Respect autonomy and choice.

NTA mom struggles to mend daughters’ relationship due to one’s emotional health

Layla whines about not being invited to courthouse wedding

The truth behind Layla and Mick’s relationship revealed �yes

Protective mom defends daughter from betrayal. NTA wins!

NTA. Spot on response to daughter’s betrayal. Family therapy recommended.
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Commenters discuss possible personality disorders and offer differing opinions.

Setting boundaries is healthy, and this mom is doing great!

Dealing with a family member’s personality disorder. NTA

Mother protects daughter from unaccountable sibling, NTA

NTA. Honesty is key in family dynamics.

Insightful comment suggests possible BPD diagnosis for Layla.

Sibling betrayal and consequences, NTA advises not to force reconciliation

Youngest daughter may be manipulating you to take her side
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Cutting toxic family members: NTA, but it’s not easy

Layla’s sister betrayed her, but Layla needs to reconcile.

Protecting sister’s husband from stalker sister, clear obsession is dangerous

Respect Kay’s decision and keep Lyla out of it.
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Is BPD the root of the daughter’s betrayal?

Commenter suggests going no contact with sister exhibiting toxic behavior

Daughter’s betrayal leads to tough love, NTA handles perfectly

Learning to apologize is key. Layla is a narcissist. NTA.

Respecting boundaries and supporting daughters.

Kay is NTA for being happy, Layla needs to apologize.

Layla betrayed Kay, but it’s not their mom’s responsibility.

Don’t force a relationship. Kay has nothing to gain.

Setting strict boundaries with a possibly disordered daughter. NTA

Layla’s lack of remorse sparks concern for future betrayals

Setting boundaries with a narcissistic daughter. NTA

Navigating family conflicts when one party denies wrongdoing
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Is Layla’s behavior concerning?

NTA for respecting boundaries. Be careful with narcissistic daughter.

Forcing a relationship can destroy the one you have.

Forgiveness denied: Betrayal and a stubborn apology refusal.

Parenting done right! Acknowledging the bad guy

Setting boundaries is key to maintaining healthy relationships.

Stay out of it! NTA for respecting boundaries. Layla should apologize.

Refreshing to see parent support wronged child. NTA

Jealousy or love? A comment seeks answers on motives

Don’t enable Layla’s guilt trip, focus on building relationship with Kay

Parenting done right! Teaching accountability and responsibility.

Standing up against deplorable behavior.

Respecting boundaries and calling out sociopathic behavior. Good job, mom!

NTA. Layla made it clear she sees Kay as an enemy

Short and sweet: commenter is not the a**hole.

Concerned commenter questions Layla’s mental health in family feud.

Parenting done right!

Younger daughter’s attention-seeking behavior caused family rift. NTA.

Cutting out toxic family members for self-care

Sisterly betrayal and self-discovery. NTA takes the lead.

Sibling rivalry at its finest, but NTA handled it well

NTA. Is Layla even worth having in Kay’s life?

Supportive comment: Mother did everything right. NTA

Insightful comment on Layla’s issues and need for therapy

NTA sister betrays sibling, mom lets her deal with consequences.
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Praise for a mom who sides with the functional child

NTA. Understanding that ‘I’m sorry’ isn’t enough to fix everything.

Letting go can be hard, but sometimes it’s for the best.

Heartwarming support for a great mom
