A 51-year-old mom and her 19-year-old daughter, Joan, recently found themselves in a heated argument over an unexpected late-night visitor. Raised in a traditional, non-religious family, Joan’s parents waited until marriage before engaging in intimate activities. Now, the mother is trying to enforce the same values on her daughter, who is pushing back. The conflict reached a boiling point when Joan brought a guy home after a night out, and her mother insisted he leave. Whose side are you on? Let’s dive into their story!
The Family Background
The Parents’ Old-School Values
Joan’s Living Situation
The Late-Night Visitor Arrives
Mom’s Unpleasant Surprise
The Guy Gets the Boot
Joan’s Furious Response
Mom’s Stance on the Matter
Mom’s Conditions
Mom’s Final Argument
Dad’s Switzerland Position
Joan’s Living Arrangement Details
Mom’s Views on Intimacy
Mom’s Parenting Style
The Uncharted Territory
The Internet Weighs In: Mom or Daughter?
After sharing their story, both mom and daughter gained some insight from the internet’s responses. With emotions cooled off, they even shared a laugh over Joan’s comment about her mom’s ‘intervention’ being an instant entry into the ‘C@ck-Block Hall of Fame’! Joan admits bringing a stranger home was inappropriate, while mom leaves the door *slightly* open for future visits from a long-term partner they’re comfortable with – but only if discussed and agreed upon in advance. Whose side are you on? Let’s see what the internet has to say!
NTA vs YTA: A heated debate over rules and safety
Debate over ‘my house my rules’ mentality in late-night visitor conflict
Debate over daughter’s late-night visitor and safety concerns. YTA or NTA?
NTA. Insisting on knowing guests and safety is reasonable.
YTA for not communicating rules, but pandemic makes it worse
Mom’s pandemic concerns mask her controlling behavior towards daughter’s s*x life.
YTA comment argues against mother’s morality and control over daughter’s s*x life.
Respectful adult child sets boundaries with parents
Fair rule for late teens/early twenties: no randoms, only relationships
Mother’s distaste for premarital s*x endangers daughter’s safety. YTA.
Unspoken house rules cause conflict. Communication is key.
Unspoken rules vs. parental rules for an adult child
Shared living spaces need rules and respect. Daughter is selfish.
Mom’s strict rules endanger daughter’s safety. YTA.
Offer support and trust, not limitations and judgement.
NTA for having a ‘no hooking up’ rule at home
Is it really about safety or just homophobia?
Setting boundaries with adult children
Roommate conflict over visitors sparks debate. NTA takes charge.
Mom doesn’t want strangers in the house, NTA according to commenter
User calls out YTA for imposing views on daughter’s sleepovers
Respectful NTA commenter on opposite s*x sleepover etiquette
NTA! Setting boundaries for safety and respect is important
NTA for not wanting strangers in your home, but don’t judge premarital s*x.
Adult daughter’s late-night visitor: NTA suggests hotel or move out
Commenter accuses parent of controlling daughter’s sexuality. Reply defends parent.
NTA, but no strangers in the house ️. Encourage her to move out.
NTA. Daughter brought a stranger for a one-night stand. Basic rules.
Setting boundaries as an adult means accepting responsibility.
Daughter’s right to her body vs. mother’s right to safety
Enforcing rules is okay, but hotel won’t stop COVID or assault
Responsibility of being an adult explained
Debate over daughter’s late-night visitor sparks family feud
Mom sets boundaries for daughter’s independence. NTA wins!
Mom’s house, Mom’s rules. Daughter needs to move out.
Setting boundaries at home, but is daughter less safe now?
Is bringing a long-term partner home different?
Safety first! Commenter thinks NTA for not allowing stranger over.
NTA commenter warns of potential danger in daughter’s late-night visitor
Setting house rules: NTA explains reasonable expectations for adult daughter.
Parental concern or overreaction?
Commenter believes daughter is NTA, but criticizes bringing home a stranger during a pandemic
Commenter calls out parent’s outdated views on s*x.
Mom’s mature attitude towards daughter’s pre-marital s*x
Daughter’s disrespect for house rules leads to NTA verdict
Daughter’s entitlement to use mom’s home for hookups questioned.
Respectful commenter thinks bringing guys home with parents is weird
NTA advises mom to prioritize safety over discomfort with daughter’s choices.
Debate over daughter’s late-night visitor sparks NTA/YTA discussion.
Respect for parents’ home: NTA sets boundaries
Last Updated on June 14, 2023 by Diply Social Team