Mom vs. Kid: Whose Side Did They Take?

We’ve all had our fair share of workplace drama, but this story takes it to a whole new level! Our protagonist works with a young person who recently revealed they’re transitioning and changed their name. However, their mom isn’t exactly on board with the change, and she calls the office constantly. When our protagonist decides to take a stand, things get heated! Let’s dive into this juicy tale of family conflict and workplace dilemmas.

New Employee, New Challenges ‍♀️

Mom’s Constant Calls

A Life-Changing Revelation

Navigating the Transition ️

The Slow and Steady Approach

Mom’s Stubbornness

Trying to Make Mom Understand

Legal Name Change Success!

Mom Calls Again…

The Call That Started It All

Mom’s Furious Arrival

The Confrontation

Mom’s Expectations ‍♀️

Second-Guessing the Decision

Caught in the Crossfire: Who’s Right?

Our protagonist finds themselves in a sticky situation when they decide to support their transitioning coworker (B) against his mom’s wishes. After B legally changes his name, the mom calls the office, furious that she can’t reach her ‘daughter.’ Our protagonist stands their ground, causing a heated confrontation at work! Now they’re left wondering if they made the right call or if they should have just let the call go through. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Mom calls son at work, won’t accept his transition. NTA.

Suggests discussing boundaries with B’s mother about work calls.

Mom’s behavior is unacceptable, NTA stands up for themselves

Supportive comment for trans individual’s identity.

Respecting your child’s transition is crucial. NTA

NTA coworker/boss tolerates insane mom, protects employee’s job prospects.

Supportive comment from a parent of a trans kid ❤️

Being cautious paid off! Glad you’re a great ally

Supportive comment defending OP’s actions and encouraging them to continue.

Supportive coworker sets boundaries with overbearing mother.

Supportive comment shuts down transphobic mom.

Mom refuses to use son’s chosen name, co-worker supports NTA.

NTA and company should get a restraining order against nuisance caller

Supportive comment on correct terminology and legalities, with helpful advice.

Supportive comment from trans person, encouraging continued support. ❤️

Respecting employee’s wishes is key. NTA.

Empathetic coworker supports employee’s transition and respects privacy

Trans person praises OP for supporting their identity against bigoted mother.

Heartwarming comment from trans man thanking ally for kindness ❤️

Supervisor suggests addressing unprofessional personal calls during work hours.

Protective mom defends employee, gets support from commenters.

Support for standing up to controlling parent.

Standing up to a toxic mom and supporting a coworker’s transition.

Supportive comment for a trans person undergoing transition.

Admirable action, and great allyship. Reminder to use correct pronouns.

Setting boundaries with employees’ parents is important. Check Ask A Manager.

Introducing the new reality to the mother now can save grief later.

Setting boundaries with family is important for a healthy workplace

NTA, but HR backup may be needed against unprofessional behavior

Coworker’s NTA comment sparks mom’s overbearing behavior. Ban needed.

Mom tries to guilt-trip son into taking her side. NTA wins

Using B’s pronouns was correct. Mom needs to accept change.

Mom deadnaming and misgendering? Definitely NTA here.

Supporting gender transition is a legal obligation and a moral duty

NTA! Boss is right to reinforce new name.

Mom’s overbearing behavior at son’s work is not okay. #NTA

Support for standing up against dead naming, but little hope for change

Supportive comment defending a man’s right to a respectful work environment

Supportive comment for trans person dealing with unsupportive mother

Standing up for transfolx and enbies: a**hole-free zone! ‍❤️‍ ❤️

Mom crosses the line, NTA takes action

Mom’s unprofessional behavior gets called out by commenter. NTA.

Setting boundaries with a smothering mother during transition.

Support for the mom being NTA in overbearing situation

Thanking an ally for respecting pronouns and gender identity

Choosing between employee and non-employee, NTA and seeking advice.

Mother’s behavior towards her son is unacceptable

Mom’s behavior at son’s workplace deemed unprofessional by commenter.

Supportive comment defending coworker’s trans identity against mother’s ignorance.

Supportive comment shows appreciation for colleague’s handling of situation

Supportive comment shows importance of validating loved ones. ❤

Setting boundaries with a difficult mom at work.

Respectful communication is key in every relationship

Supportive comment, hoping for a lesson learned

You go, boss! NTA for firing someone who quit.

Supportive comment from a transman about tricky parents.

Protecting personal info is key. NTA for not disclosing.

Support for transitioning son and boundaries with unsupportive mother. ‍♀️

Protecting employees from harassment: company policies and procedures.

NTA. Supportive boss offers employee an out from bigoted mom.

Suggested system to protect employee privacy

Standing up against deadnaming: Wholesome NTA wins the day!

Supportive response earns NTA judgment and gratitude