Mom’s Battle Over Daughter’s Late-Night Visitor: Who’s Right?

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 sex life.

YTA comment argues against mother’s morality and control over daughter’s sex life.

Respectful adult child sets boundaries with parents

Fair rule for late teens/early twenties: no randoms, only relationships

Mother’s distaste for premarital sex 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 sex sleepover etiquette

NTA! Setting boundaries for safety and respect is important

NTA for not wanting strangers in your home, but don’t judge premarital sex.

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 sex.

Mom’s mature attitude towards daughter’s pre-marital sex

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