Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a co-parenting catastrophe on our hands! This dad is at his wit’s end with his ex-wife’s antics, and things have reached a boiling point. Depression and anxiety are no joke, but when they’re used as an excuse to neglect parental duties, it’s time to put your foot down! Get ready for a wild ride filled with drama, tears, and a whole lot of family tension. Let’s dive in and see if this fed-up father crossed the line or if his ex-wife needs a serious wake-up call!
Co-Parenting Nightmare Alert!

Excuses, Excuses…

️ Kids Can’t Confide in Mom

Depression & Anxiety: Mom’s Convenient Allies

Mom Fails to Pick Up Kids!

No School Buses, No Problem… For Mom

♂️ Dad to the Rescue!

Mom’s Rough Day Excuse

Dad Loses It!

Mom Left in Tears

Mom Goes Silent

Grandma Disapproves

Did Dad Go Too Far?

Dad’s Explosive Confrontation: Justified or Too Far?
Well, well, well… looks like this co-parenting situation has reached a breaking point! Our frustrated father finally had enough of his ex-wife’s excuses and let her have it, calling her out for being a ‘terrible mother’ and a ‘lazy piece of s**t.’ Yikes! While his anger is understandable, some might say he went a bit overboard. Now, the ex-wife is in tears, grandma’s furious, and the sister’s on the warpath. Talk about a family drama! But let’s be real, neglecting your kids is never okay, mental health struggles or not. ♀️ So, did dad go too far, or was this tough love necessary? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this explosive situation!
Neglectful mom leaves daughters stranded; dad says enough. NTA.

Depression is not an excuse for bad parenting. NTA

Father takes responsible action to protect daughters from neglect

Suing for custody due to mom’s recklessness? Keep a journal!

NTA for calling out irresponsible behavior due to depression

Support your ex to get help. Your daughters deserve stability.

NTA for fighting for custody due to mother’s severe depression.

Putting your mental health first is important, but not like this

Putting children’s safety first, dad takes action and seeks help.

NTA, make your point without personal attacks. Good luck!
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://diplycom5cc47.zapwp.com/q:i/r:0/wp:1/w:1/u:https://static.diply.com/09fc4a1c-a2c7-4daa-90d5-93048bf5ed14.png)
Putting the children’s safety first is top priority. NTA

Parent takes action to protect kids from depressed mom. NTA
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://diplycom5cc47.zapwp.com/q:i/r:0/wp:1/w:1/u:https://static.diply.com/c350cb27-89c9-4d5d-8912-545caf8376cc.png)
Depression doesn’t excuse parental responsibility. Custody change is fair.

NTA comment: Mother’s disability does not excuse abandoning children.

NTA. Mom’s mental illness doesn’t excuse abandoning her children. Document everything

Ex-husband seeks custody of daughters due to mother’s depression. NTA.

Compassionate inquiry about mental health treatment and support system

Protecting daughters from depressed mom: NTA custody battle advice

Putting children first and seeking help for mom’s depression

Daughters stranded due to mom’s depression, NTA dad intervenes
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://diplycom5cc47.zapwp.com/q:i/r:0/wp:1/w:1/u:https://static.diply.com/c5291dff-cc5b-4f31-9e8f-835547ad30f3.png)
No sympathy for mom’s depression, NTA comment takes a hard stance.

Basic care for children is not optional. NTA in this situation

Depression and anxiety can be debilitating but seeking help matters.

Tensions rise in a difficult situation, but empathy is key

Anxiety should not be an excuse for neglecting your children

Supporting full custody for neglected children. NTA

Putting kids first. Ex’s parenting ability in question. NTA

Parent’s responsibility to prioritize children’s safety and well-being. NTA

Depression and anxiety are no excuse for neglectful behavior. NTA.

NTA for taking care of your kids. Soft YTA for name-calling. Go for full custody, but don’t engage with your ex anymore.

Putting children’s safety and stability first is non-negotiable

Anxiety over kids but no problem leaving them stranded?

NTA. Dad takes action to protect daughters from unfit parent.

Empathetic comment applauds dad for standing up for daughters.

Putting kids’ safety first: NTA for dad’s tough decision

Mental health issues suck but never an excuse to neglect kids

NTA. Lack of communication caused inconvenience. Mental illness not excuse
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://diplycom5cc47.zapwp.com/q:i/r:0/wp:1/w:1/u:https://static.diply.com/03871db9-b4bc-4748-95b2-c3ca33bfbe4f.png)
Putting the kids first, NTA dad takes action

Prioritizing children’s safety over mother’s mental illness. NTA.

Responsibility for mental health and parenting are intertwined. NTA.

Put your children’s safety first, mental health is not an excuse. NTA

Heartless comment suggests taking custody of kids from depressed mom

Documenting mom’s depression behavior for custody battle is smart

Dad takes action after mom’s neglectful behavior. ⚖️

Enabling mom’s bad behavior due to mental health issues? Document everything

User supports dad’s decision to seek full custody of children.

NTA. Commenter advises documenting neglect for court.

Heartbreaking story of neglectful mother and supportive family.

Depression is tough, but parenting responsibilities come first. NTA

Lack of communication due to depression puts kids in danger

Taking responsibility for mental health- not an excuse for neglect

Parental responsibility or victimhood? NTA wins with court custody.

Responsibility of mental health on individual, not the children. NTA.

Depression can be debilitating, but children’s needs come first. NTA.

Choosing not to have kids due to depression. NTA.

Prioritizing mental health is important, but not at the cost of neglecting children. ♀️

Mom’s no-show leaves kids stranded, commenter calls out AH behavior.

Childhood trauma shared by commenter, NTA

Parent with depression and anxiety struggles but kids should not suffer

Neglecting kids due to depression is harmful and unacceptable

Parent shares experience with mentally ill co-parent, offers empathy and advice.

Calling an ambulance may be necessary for safety reasons.

Dad stands up for his kids against mom’s abandonment. #NTA
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://diplycom5cc47.zapwp.com/q:i/r:0/wp:1/w:1/u:https://static.diply.com/105cefd6-a0a9-4a37-8a89-93ebe63d34a8.png)
Being left alone for hours is scary – NTA dad

Mom’s neglect leaves daughters stranded, dad says enough. NTA

Trust your instincts in the custody battle

Calling depression ‘laziness’ is damaging. ESH in this situation.

Daughter with mental illness encourages ex to get help but criticizes his attitude towards it.

A kind comment on managing emotions during a tough situation

Irresponsible mom leaves kids stranded, dad goes for custody. NTA

Setting boundaries with mom to protect kids from toxic ex

Taking responsibility for the kids – NTA!
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://diplycom5cc47.zapwp.com/q:i/r:0/wp:1/w:1/u:https://static.diply.com/1305ca25-2137-43b0-ba0d-3257a1c39c2e.png)
Putting kids in danger? NTA dad takes action to protect.

Depression doesn’t excuse neglect. Dad did the right thing

Sole custody needed! Abandoning kids at school is unacceptable. NTA

Neglectful mom with depression leaves daughters stranded, NTA dad intervenes

Support system crucial for mental health. NTA suggests taking kids.

NTA suggests ex-wife needs professional help for neglectful behavior.
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://diplycom5cc47.zapwp.com/q:i/r:0/wp:1/w:1/u:https://static.diply.com/d400dff9-8ce6-4b16-a8f6-5995d791f004.png)
Overcoming depression to show love for family. NTA

Putting the children first, NTA stands up to depression

Depression is tough, but she needs to take responsibility.
