A grandmother is trying to relive her parenting days through her grandson, ignoring the mother’s wishes and overriding her parenting choices. The mother finally snaps, leading to a family feud. Is she the a**hole for standing up for her rights as a parent? Read on to find out.
Navigating complicated family dynamics while raising a child.

Grandma’s sneaky outings with grandson causing family feud ⚔️

Grandma’s strict 90s-only rule causes parenting clash!

Protecting my child’s autonomy from overbearing grandparent

Grandma overstepping boundaries, called out by frustrated parent. ⛔

Struggling to balance parenting with overbearing family?

Who has the right to raise a child?
A parenting battle between a mother and grandmother has sparked controversy. The mother claims that her mother is trying to relive parenting through her grandchild, and is ignoring her wishes as the true parent. The grandmother, who previously lost custody of her own children, has been buying tickets to events and overriding the mother’s decisions. The argument came to a head when the grandmother threw away a hoodie that her grandchild loved. Some say the mother was wrong to bring up her mother’s past, but others agree that the grandmother is overstepping her boundaries. What do you think? Stay tuned for the comments and reactions.
Distancing from overbearing grandma is necessary for your son’s wellbeing

Grandma needs to stay in her lane ️ NTA

Asserting parental boundaries with grandma over son’s TV time.

Mom buys tickets for son without permission, lives with OP.

Setting boundaries with family can be tough ♀️
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NTA, but concerns about mother’s behavior and school approval.

Take charge of your parenting! NTA, but stand up to your mom.

Mom takes advantage of time alone with grandson for outings

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but necessary ♀️

Family history revealed during confrontation, NTA.
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Encouraging support and advice for dealing with overbearing family members.

Set boundaries with mom who’s trying to relive parenting.

Setting boundaries with mom, NTA suggests moving or going LC.

Grandma oversteps boundaries, NTA calls her out

Setting boundaries with overbearing mom when raising your child. ♀️

NTA wins with a simple but effective comment

Encouraging advice to escape abuse and protect son.

Setting boundaries with toxic family members is self-care

Grandma insults grandson’s hoodie, NTA calls her out

You go, NTA!

Beware of overexposure to grandparents.

Standing up to mom’s belittling behavior towards parenting choices
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Setting boundaries with overbearing mother, NTA wins the day

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but necessary

Setting boundaries with overbearing mom, NTA wins this round
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Encouragement to leave toxic situation

Don’t let anyone break the rules, not even grandma!
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Mom gets called out for overstepping boundaries, NTA wins.

Setting boundaries with mom to avoid future conflicts ♀️

Setting boundaries with Grandma: NTA’s parenting dilemma

Cutting toxic family ties to prioritize your child’s well-being. ✂️
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Supportive mom-to-mom comment with advice and encouragement ❤️

Setting boundaries with family: a necessary step ✍

Protect your child from toxic grandparents

Cutting off toxic grandparents for good – NTA

Mom crosses the line with grandson, time to set boundaries

Breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma is crucial for parenting.
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Setting boundaries with family: NTA stands up for motherhood

Commenter’s harsh words for OP’s mother in parenting dispute.

“Do over baby” sparks NTA response, family feud ensues

Don’t let grandma ruin your bond with your son! ♂️

Find support and helpful reading on dealing with difficult family members

Set boundaries with your mother to protect your parental authority

Protect your child and your sanity. NTA.

Grandma’s behavior is unacceptable, but parent’s lack of action is worse.

Urgent advice for OP to set boundaries with interfering parent

Protect your child from toxic grandparents. NTA.
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Grandma’s overbearing behavior towards grandchild causes long-term damage. ❌ Cut ties?

Survivor offers advice to OP on escaping abusive situation

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but necessary

Set boundaries and protect your son ♂️ #NTA

Cutting toxic family members out? NTA, do it

Taking control of your life and parenting, NTA

Setting boundaries with grandma: NTA for protecting your child ✋

Setting boundaries with toxic family members is necessary.

NTA. Reframe annoying things your mom does for your own sanity

Setting healthy boundaries with family for your child’s well-being.

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but necessary

When a comment makes no sense…

Aunt’s absence speaks louder than her opinions.
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You’re not the a**hole!

Not the a**hole! But what did your mom do?

Short and to the point, I like it.

No a**hole here! Commenter defends their parenting decision.
