A mother-in-law takes babysitting to the next level when she tries to breastfeed her grandson. The mother is outraged and doesn’t want her to babysit anymore. The grandmother is hurt and feels like her grandchild is being taken away from her. Who is in the right? You decide in this controversial AITA post. Read on to find out more about this family feud and what the internet has to say about it.
Grateful for free childcare but mother-in-law oversteps boundaries.

Breastfeeding bonding time disrupted by mother-in-law’s actions

Spying on my MIL’s babysitting skills

MIL crosses the line while babysitting by breastfeeding the baby.

Mother-in-law tries to breastfeed baby

When babysitting goes wrong – a creative solution backfires

Breastfeeding or invasion of privacy? The MIL debate continues.

Setting boundaries with MIL’s babysitting, consider alternatives.

Navigating tricky family dynamics while babysitting

Boundary-crossing mother-in-law causes outrage and mistrust.

The dilemma of monitoring babysitters with cameras – AITA?

Mother-in-law crosses a line while babysitting
Breastfeeding is a beautiful experience for a mother and child. But what if someone else tried to breastfeed your baby? A new mother is shocked and horrified to find her mother-in-law attempting to breastfeed her baby while she was at work. The MIL had done this with her own children and thought it would calm the baby down. The mother is understandably upset and doesn’t want her MIL to watch her baby anymore. However, her husband wants to give her another chance. Who is right in this situation? Read on to find out what others have to say about this controversial topic.
Grandma’s behavior raises serious red flags.

Grandma oversteps boundaries while babysitting. NTA takes action.

Commenter and reply express disgust at MIL’s behavior
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MIL crosses a line. Shocking! Why not just use the bottle?

Free childcare isn’t worth it if it crosses boundaries

Breastfeeding boundary crossed by mother-in-law, commenters weigh in.

Breastfeeding someone else’s child? NTA thinks it’s horror movie weird

Disturbing mother-in-law story sparks conversation on Reddit

Mother-in-law crosses a line while babysitting. NTA and trust your mama instincts.

Protect your baby, trust your gut and enforce boundaries

MIL fake breastfeeding infant, couple goes no contact with her.

Protecting your child is always reasonable

Parent installs camera to ensure child’s safety, catches MIL in disturbing act. Nanny hired.

Protect your child from her. NTA

Stand your ground! ♀️ Nannies are the way to go.
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Mother-in-law caught abusing child, NTA for not letting her babysit.

NTA for feeling uncomfortable with MIL trying to breastfeed baby.

NTA with a side of WTF…and some OMG

Mother-in-law’s strange behavior raises concerns; relationship deteriorates post-baby.

Babysitting gone wild: mother-in-law’s bizarre method of soothing baby.

Supportive comment and reply defend breastfeeding, question overreaction.

No contact & nanny after mother-in-law’s sexual abuse comment

Mother-in-law’s odd behavior sparks NTA response

MIL crosses a line by breastfeeding baby, OP is NTA

Set boundaries with your mother-in-law ♀️

Working with a 2-month-old feels like leaving a puppy alone

Mother-in-law forces baby to suck on her nipple, NTA’s decision to pay for daycare herself is justified

Setting boundaries with a boundary-crossing MIL

Mother-in-law’s creepy behavior leads to sexual assault accusation.

Mother-in-law violates boundaries while babysitting, NTA takes action.

Breastfeeding without permission? NTA, and gross

No trust, no babysitting.
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Navigating difficult MIL boundaries when it comes to childcare

Mother-in-law molested child, NTA for taking action

Creepy mother-in-law brings to mind ‘Hand That Rocks the Cradle’. NTA

Agreeing with the commenter’s shock and disbelief

Breast milk babysitting gone wrong

Respect your boundaries, not her tantrums

Agreeing with commenter’s disgust
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Stand up for your parenting choices

Not the a**hole!

Cameras are for safety not invasion of privacy. NTA

Commenter expresses shock and confusion with strong language.

Breastfeeding boundary crossed by mother-in-law, discussion needed for resolution

Setting boundaries with in-laws during babysitting.

Mother-in-law crossed a line by breastfeeding your child.

Setting boundaries with mother-in-law while babysitting.

Setting boundaries with mother-in-law and considering nanny options. NTA.

Protect your baby, don’t leave them unattended with creepy in-laws
