Mom of Twins in a Tug-of-War Over Childcare Costs: Who’s Right?

Meet our heroine, a 39-year-old mother of adorable twins, Lucas and Leah. She’s locked in a battle of wills with her ex-partner, Billy, over childcare costs. Billy, a father of five, wants her to foot the bill for their twins’ childcare, but there’s a twist – he’s not providing any proof of these costs. Our mom is standing her ground, refusing to pay without evidence. But is she in the wrong? Let’s dive into this dramatic tale.

Meet the Family ‍ ‍ ‍

The Split and the Strain

The Childcare Conundrum ‍♀️

The Girlfriend’s Struggles

A Mother’s Offer Rejected

Billy’s Solution: Childcare for All

The Cost Conundrum: No Proof, No Pay?

A Standoff Over Paperwork

A Compromise Rejected

Caught in the Crossfire

The Waiting Game ⏳

A Mother’s Perspective ‍ ‍

A Final Note

A Mother’s Stand: To Pay or Not to Pay? ‍♀️

Our heroine, a mother of twins, is caught in a childcare cost clash with her ex-partner, Billy. Billy, father of five, insists she pays for their twins’ childcare, but won’t provide any proof of these costs. Despite her generous offer to pay half, Billy and his girlfriend demand the full amount, citing financial struggles. With no official agreement in place yet, our mom is standing her ground, refusing to pay without evidence. But, is she in the wrong? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ️‍♀️

NTA: Demand evidence of childcare costs, don’t pay for all 5 kids.

NTA: Stand your ground and demand official receipts for transparency

“NTA. Why pay for childcare when kids are with Billy? “

NTA suspects something fishy and plans to investigate the daycare.

NTA – Childcare isn’t family time, it’s a load of nonsense.

NTA, plenty of options available. What does the agreement say?

Mom refuses to pay for childcare, sparks debate over responsibility

NTA – Ex should pay for childcare costs, not OP.

NTA You’ve offered solutions, he refused. Get invoice directly from source.

Stick to your guns and demand an invoice. Case closed!

NTA. Don’t pay without receipts or bills. He’s trying to scam you!

NTA offers reasonable solution

NTA. Set clear boundaries and responsibilities to avoid future conflicts.

NTA. Billy has the right to reject childcare arrangement. ‍♂️

NTA: Fiery response to ex’s refusal to pay childcare costs!

NTA – Lawyer up! Don’t let your ex take advantage.

NTA. Maybe he shouldn’t have had more children with someone who isn’t willing to watch them?

NTA – Assert your rights and consult a lawyer for advice.

NTA, demand receipts and formalize custody to prevent future issues.

“NTA

You don’t need proof. It’s his responsibility. Make him pay!”

Offered childcare, but ex wants money. Who’s right?

“Definitely NTA. You’re not liable for childcare costs. “

NTA: Split childcare costs based on time spent with children ‍ ‍

NTA, stop being a doormat. Nice kick up your butt!

NTA. Take matters into your own hands and get the facts!

Ex’s BM inflated costs, demanded 50%, but got called out

Demand proof of childcare costs, be involved in decision-making.

INFO. No custody agreement, but girlfriend shouldn’t dictate child care.

“NTA. You deserve an invoice for childcare costs. “

Interesting question about names and fake identities in comments

“NTA: Your ex should be responsible for childcare during custody “

NTA! You’ve offered an alternate solution to avoid the costs

Stand up for yourself and take it to court!

NTA. Settle it in court. Don’t pay without an invoice.

Mom refuses to pay all childcare costs, sparks custody dispute.

NTA: Brutal honesty about ex’s irresponsibility and need for sterilization.

NTA. Don’t pay. Make sure divorce decree covers childcare costs.

NTA. Offered alternative, rejected. Get ‘right of first refusal’ court order.

NTA, don’t let him make you pay for all 4 kids

NTA, don’t pay for childcare on his time!

‍⚖️ Get the courts involved to set fair ground rules.

NTA, but honey, get a lawyer fast. Thankfully I’ve seen the light. 🙂

Generous offer to watch kids for free, but he refuses? NTA

Don’t waste your time or money, let him pay up!

No agreement, no payment. It’s his responsibility.

NTA: Stand your ground and prioritize your kids’ well-being.

Divorced mom stands her ground on childcare costs.

NTA. Dad should step up and take responsibility.

NTA. Get a lawyer for a formal custody agreement ASAP!

NTA. You’re not on the childcare’s list? Hands off, Billy!

Generous offer or fishy situation? NTA in childcare cost dispute.

NTA: Ex’s new partner underestimated the challenges of parenting. ‍♀️

“NTA, demand proof of payment & explore ‘first right of refusal’ “

NTA refuses to pay for childcare, offers compromise, but rejected.

Mom refuses to pay for childcare, sparks debate.

NTA: He wants custody, he pays; can’t afford it, give up.

NTA. Keep your money for child support.

Mom asserts her right to not pay for childcare costs.

NTA. Get a lawyer to protect yourself from his manipulation.

Not the a**hole for standing up for childcare costs!

Don’t let him fleece you! Stand up for fair childcare costs!