Naptime is a precious moment for any parent, especially when dealing with a cranky toddler. So when two Mormon missionaries knocked on the door and woke up her sleeping child, this mom didn’t hold back her frustration. Her husband initially thought she was in the wrong, but after hearing the full story, he changed his tune. Now, the question remains: did she go too far in her reaction?
The Terrible Twos

A Knock at the Door

The Unwanted Visitors ♀️

No Time for This ⏰

Pushing Boundaries

Mom’s Furious Reaction

Husband’s Take

Full Story Changes Everything

Signs Don’t Work

God’s Mission Trumps Signs? ♀️

Was Mom’s Reaction Justified?
This mom’s furious reaction to Mormon missionaries waking her toddler has sparked a debate. While her husband initially thought she was in the wrong, he changed his mind after hearing the full story. With a history of ignoring ‘no solicitation’ signs, were the missionaries out of line? Share your thoughts and reactions.
NTA. Justified response to invasive and threatening behavior.

Missionaries marked husband as convert, NTA for losing it.

Mom defends her reaction to Mormon missionaries waking her toddler

Engaging with missionaries: justified or always the a**hole?

Mom shuts down pushy Mormon missionaries with hard-hitting question
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Protective parent stands up to religious fanatics at the door

Commenter supports mom’s reaction to Mormon missionaries
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Escaping the grasp of a cult is no easy feat . This commenter shares their own experience with Mormon missionaries.

Asserting boundaries with a touch of humor

Clever and humorous ways to deal with religious missionaries

Former missionary admits to iffy training practices

NTA but train your dogs

Mormon missionaries accused of creepy behavior towards women

Dealing with Mormon missionaries in Utah

Respect nap time! NTA for calling out the missionaries

Mormon missionaries wake toddler, get cursed out. NTA.

NTA shuts down door-knocking preachers’ waste-of-time religious rants
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Fiery exchange between mom and missionaries, ESH in this situation.

New parents share their experience with door-to-door knockers and suggest using a sign. Commenter sympathizes with the mother and shares a similar experience with persistent visitors. NTA

Taking photos of trespassers and reporting them is a power move

Signs don’t work on these missionaries, not even the hose
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Ex-mormon calls out inappropriate behavior of missionary, supports OP

Mom rightfully angry at Mormon missionaries for waking toddler

Blocked door, blocked courtesy. NTA stands their ground.

Avoiding religious zealots with a ring doorbell

Respect sleeping children and their parents’ privacy when visiting homes

NTA. Setting up a video cam might not deter them though

Commenter criticizes Mormon church’s door-to-door soliciting policy

Standing up to cults: one mom’s heroic tale – NTA

Standing up for your boundaries with door-to-door salesmen
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Former Mormon assures mom she’s NTA for scolding missionaries
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Commenter calls out parent for overreacting to door knock

Standing up for yourself against pushy missionaries

Commenter expresses dislike for pushy missionaries.

Respect my privacy! NTA for not wanting religious calls
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Standing up for yourself and your child
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Uninvited guests? NTA for losing it on missionaries

Commenter initially thought OP was in the wrong, but changed their mind when the missionary tried to stop them. NTA

Woman calls out disrespectful missionaries, suggests calling cops next time

Mormon missionaries blocked her door, NTA calls for complaint.

Setting boundaries with persistence pays off with pushy missionaries.

Commenter calls out OP’s behavior, suggests nicer approach.

Setting boundaries is important, even with religious visitors. ♀️

Ex-Mormon suggests legal action to stop missionary visits

Former Mormon missionary shares experience of being yelled at while knocking doors

Respectful rejection should be honored. NTA for standing up.

Engage with annoying Mormons/JWs by pretending to be a flat-earther.

Missionaries ignored boundaries, NTA for standing up for self

Commenter praised for defending their actions against Mormon missionaries.

Pushy Mormon missionaries cross the line, NTA mom claps back

Setting boundaries with missionaries, but let’s not burn anyone.

Parent shares relatable experience and offers helpful advice.

Defending your personal space is always justified

Standing up to annoying door-to-door salespeople like a boss

Standing up for your right to privacy

Dealing with early morning religious visitors. Relatable frustration

Mom stands up to Mormon missionaries, no toddler excuse needed

Protecting toddler naps: even Girl Scouts know better
