Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a family drama that’s hotter than a McDonald’s apple pie! Meet our strict mama bear , who’s on a mission to keep her autistic son away from the evils of screens and fast food. But when her sister decides to ‘treat’ the little guy to a night of DoorDash and movies, all hell breaks loose! Get ready for a wild ride filled with hunger strikes, flip phone confusion, and a Christmas showdown that’ll make your head spin!
Strict Screen-Free Parenting Style for Autistic Son

Witnessing Brother’s Struggles with Autism

Ditching All Screens to Help Son’s Development

Avoiding Processed Foods to Prevent Picky Eating Habits ♀️

Son’s Limited but Healthier Diet Compared to Most

Therapists Approve of Screen-Free & Healthy Diet Approach ⚕️

Struggles with Going Out Due to Son’s Meltdowns

Sister’s Offer of a Night Out Turns into a Disaster

Coming Home to Fast Food Wrappers & Smartphone Movies

Sister’s Secret Plan: DoorDash & Movies All Along

Son’s Hunger Strike & Confusion After the Incident

Son Grabbing Flip Phone, Confused by the Difference

Banning Sister from Seeing Son Ever Again ❄️

Family Feud: Christmas Chaos Over Autistic Son’s Diet & Screen Time!
Well, well, well… looks like this family’s Christmas is going to be anything but merry! Our strict mama bear is furious with her sister for breaking all the rules and exposing her autistic son to the forbidden fruits of fast food and screen time. Now, the poor little guy is on a hunger strike, confused by flip phones, and caught in the middle of a family feud that’s threatening to ruin the holidays! The internet has some strong opinions on this one, so let’s dive in and see what they have to say about this festive fiasco!
NTA. Sacrificed a lot for your son, sister tried to sabotage

NTA! Strict rules for autistic son ignored by sister, now banned.

Defending a mother’s rules for her autistic son, NTA comment.

Respect mom’s rules for autistic son or face consequences!

Encouraging suggestion for AAC use with autistic child. Supportive NTA response.

Supportive comment, standing up for OP and son.

Caring for an autistic child is hard work. NTA for setting boundaries.

Supportive comment for mom raising autistic son. Merry Christmas!

Parenting a child with autism is tough but you are awesome!

Empathetic comment applauds effort of mother raising autistic son.

Setting boundaries with family is necessary for child’s well-being.

Sister disrespects autistic son’s routine, gets banned. NTA

Importance of structure and routine for autistic kids explained

Setting boundaries with overstepping sister. NTA

Supportive comment applauds mom’s dedication to autistic son

NTA praises mom’s strict rules and blames sister for being AH.

NTA mom receives support after sister disregards autistic son’s needs.
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Denying tools for an autistic person? INFO on specialists needed

Setting boundaries for a child with autism is crucial. NTA
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Sister ignores mom’s rules for autistic son, gets banned. NTA

A fellow parent with an ASD child questions the story’s credibility.

Autistic commenter calls out ‘overly strict’ rules, denounces ABA therapy. YTA.

Parent of child with ASD struggles to maintain healthy diet.

NTA! Sister ignoring rules for autistic son is unacceptable.

Unique needs of differently-abled individuals must be considered. NTA
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NTA commenter defends parent’s strict rules for autistic child.

NTA Mom enforces strict rules for child’s health, sister ignores them.
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Teaching special ed and having a brother with Asperger’s, screens can be both helpful and harmful for ASD kids. NTA for banning sister.

Sister undermines autistic son’s parenting, gets banned. NTA

NTA. Mother sets boundaries for autistic son, sister undermines her.

Son wants to eat without pain, mom starves him? YTA.

Assistive devices shouldn’t be denied over parenting differences.

Ignoring autistic child’s needs is wrong, but banning sister isn’t right

Non-verbal son’s restricted diet may not be sustainable or healthy. ESH/NAH.

Sister’s unforgivable behavior towards autistic nephew. NTA for banning her.

Stand your ground and demand respect for parenting decisions!

Respect parenting decisions, even if child has special needs.

Sibling rivalry at its worst. NTA. Set boundaries

Sister disregards mom’s rules for autistic son, gets banned. NTA.

Parenting an autistic child: balancing normalcy and individuality.

Sister’s selfishness hurts autistic son, mom makes tough call. NTA

Parental boundaries crossed, but autistic son needs independence and learning opportunities.

Sister ignores mom’s rules for autistic son, gets banned

Sister ignored rules for autistic nephew. Mom’s ban is justified.

Setting boundaries for your child’s safety is not disrespectful.

Support for parenting approach, but sister’s behavior unacceptable. NTA.

Supportive comment shares personal experience and advice for ASD parenting.

Sister ignores rules for autistic son, gets banned. ESH.

NTA sister ignores mom’s rules for autistic son, faces consequences ♀️

Respecting routines is crucial for individuals with autism. Sister overstepped.

Supportive comment on raising an autistic child’s dietary needs

Sister violated trust, NTA. Seek professional support and join support group.

Mom bans sister over autistic son’s rules. NTA takes stand.

Cutting off toxic family after sister ignored rules for autistic son

Parenting choices praised, screens and picky eating criticized. NTA.

Respecting parenting plans is crucial

Respectful NTA comment supports mother’s parenting decisions for autistic son.

User sympathizes with OP but questions permanent ban on sister.

Family resentment towards strict mom of autistic son

Sister ignores rules for autistic nephew, gets banned. #NTA

Balancing the need for digital aids and screen time boundaries

Sister ignores rules for autistic nephew, gets banned. NTA.

Consistency and routine are important for kids, whether neurotypical or not. ️

NTA! Parenting style praised, sister’s disrespect condemned

Support for OP’s healthy food choices and medical expertise.

Using screens may be necessary, NTA for allowing it.

Supportive comment applauds good parenting against family sabotage.

Mom prioritizes son’s needs, sister oversteps boundaries and gets banned

Sister ignores mom’s rules for autistic son, gets banned!

Creative tip for picky eaters with autism.

Setting boundaries with family for autistic child’s well-being. NTA

NTA! Sister’s betrayal is jaw-dropping! Your approach helped your son.

NTA commenter supports strict parenting for child’s health

Praise for good parenting amidst family drama.

Is banning the sister the best solution for the autistic son?

Teaching autistic children control is crucial for their development.

Balancing strict rules and freedom – a parent’s conundrum

Conflicted commenter questions acceptance of son’s autism and criticizes judgement.

Educate her on the affects of her little ‘night of fun’
