Mom Moves Away After Son Chooses Dad’s House

A 37-year-old mother is facing backlash after deciding to move away when her 13-year-old son, Tommy, chose to live with his father full-time. The mother, who shares custody with her ex-husband John, has always disliked the area they live in and longed to move back to her home state. When Tommy approached her about living with his dad full-time, she agreed, but now she’s been offered a great job opportunity in her home state, and she’s ready to make the move. However, her decision has sparked controversy, with her ex-husband accusing her of being manipulative and her son feeling like he’s being punished.

The Split and Shared Custody

Moving to John’s Home State

Divorce and Moving Disagreements

Tommy’s Decision to Live with Dad

New Job Opportunity

Surprise Job Offer

Moving Back Home

Tommy’s Reaction

John’s Accusations

Clarifications

Custody and Visitation

Tommy’s Living Arrangement

Maintaining Contact

Is Mom the Bad Guy for Moving?

This mom’s decision to move away after her son chose to live with his dad full-time has stirred up quite the controversy. Her ex-husband accuses her of being manipulative, while her son feels like he’s being punished. However, she insists that she’s always wanted to move back to her home state and has been offered a fantastic job opportunity. With the current custody agreement, she would still see Tommy regularly, and she promises to maintain contact with him. Is she really in the wrong for wanting a fresh start? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

NTA: Mom moves for job, ex criticizes; son’s opinion matters.

“NTA. John may have influenced Tommy’s reaction to the move.”

NTA. Moving up in the world

“NTA It was fine for your ex-husband to move for a job but not you? So long as you make sure your son knows the door is always open, you will be spending time together and you love him, don’t let your ex husband create a problem that does not exist.” –

NTA, show him love and support across the distance

NTA. Escaping an abusive ex-husband and starting a new life

NTA. Mom moves away after son chooses dad’s house

Breaking free from controlling ex and starting a new chapter!

NTA- You’re making a fresh start for yourself and your son

NTA. Prioritizing your happiness doesn’t make you an a**hole.

NTA, but maintain a good relationship with your son

NTA- Prioritizing happiness and parenting, not abandoning your child

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NTA. Compassionate talk with son about love & moving away.

Congrats on job and divorce! Freedom from controlling ex

NTA. Ex is manipulative & self-centered. Don’t let him control you.

Expensive visits, but still time for holidays

ESH for not considering the child’s feelings

Moving away from ex’s house, NTA. Weekend visits affected.

Stay connected with your son to avoid becoming an a**hole

Parent’s concern for son’s well-being and stability in two households

NTA- Communicate openly with your son about the move

Addressing Tommy’s perception is crucial before making any decisions

“NTA. Ex can’t control you anymore. Live your best life!”

Different standards for moms and dads raising their children

Being a teenager, I understand the son’s desire for independence.

Not the a**hole. Tell us more about your decision!

NTA. Heartbroken mom moves away after son chooses dad’s house

Mom leaves after son chooses dad’s house. Not the a**hole.

Ex accuses OP of manipulating son, but is it true?

NTA for moving, but should have talked to son first

Choose happiness! Self-love matters.

Moving away after divorce: NTA, kids’ opinion matters more

NTA, but distance may strain your relationship with your child