Mother-in-Law Drama: A Battle for Apologies and Boundaries

A couple with a 10-month-old baby found themselves in a heated conflict with the baby’s grandmother. When their baby got sick at 2 months old, they decided to limit contact and not allow others to hold him for the time being. This decision sparked a dramatic reaction from the mother-in-law, causing a rift in the family. Despite attempts to resolve the issue, the couple is still waiting for an apology. Read on to discover the twists and turns of this family drama.

Baby Gets Sick, Boundaries Set

MIL Loses It

Huge Fight Ensues

MIL’s Response: ‘Have a Nice Life.’

Four Months of Silence

Family Turns Against Them

MIL Wants to Move Past It

Couple Demands Apology

MIL Refuses to Apologize

Threat of Grandparent Rights Lawsuit

SIL & AuntIL Join the Drama

Going No Contact with Family

MIL Contacts OP’s Mom

Couple Stands Firm on Apology

A Battle for Apologies and Boundaries

This couple’s decision to set boundaries for their sick baby led to a dramatic conflict with the baby’s grandmother. The mother-in-law’s refusal to apologize has caused a rift in the family, with other relatives joining in on the drama. Despite pressure from their own family members, the couple stands firm in their demand for an apology. Will they ever receive the apology they deserve? Read on to discover reactions and opinions on this emotionally charged story.

NTA stands their ground against toxic MIL’s behavior and threats

MIL prioritizes holding baby over their health during pandemic. NTA deserves apology.

NTA. MIL’s manipulative tactics and refusal to apologize are unacceptable

Stand your ground! Don’t let it set a precedent

NTA for going no contact with disrespectful MIL and family

Mother-in-law violates boundary, NTA seeks legal advice. MIL threatens GPR.

Supportive comment validates OP’s actions and offers advice for future.

Establish boundaries now to avoid future Grandparent Rights issues

Handling conflicts maturely and offering therapy as a solution

Grandparent visitation rights are unlikely to be successful, don’t worry.

Hold firm on the apology, don’t let her power trip win

Trust your instincts and seek support from r/JUSTNOMIL

Keeping distance from toxic in-laws, thriving without them

Cutting toxic in-laws out of your life is sometimes necessary

Grandma’s selfishness caused unnecessary stress during baby’s health crisis

Supportive comment: Stay strong, toxic MIL won’t apologize.

Set boundaries and prioritize your child’s needs. ‍♀️

Choosing pride over family? Not worth it.

Mother-in-law refuses to take responsibility for drama. NTA.

No hope for reconciliation without a genuine apology

Protecting your child is top priority. NTA

Demanding apologies and setting boundaries to avoid future conflicts

Setting boundaries during a pandemic NTA wins

Cut the cord and walk away – that’s when they’ll realise that you’re serious

NTA – A drama-free comment section

Public apology needed from mother-in-law to fix ruined relationship

Setting boundaries with family: a gradual approach

Not the a**hole and seeking advice on JustNoMil subreddit

Protecting the baby from COVID and toxic in-laws

NTA stands up to toxic mother-in-law’s behavior.

Standing up for yourself and setting boundaries is important. Don’t let anyone threaten you or your child. NTA.

The possessiveness of some relatives over a baby is scary

OP struggles with MIL’s disrespect for boundaries, seeks judgment and advice.

Setting boundaries without being TA

Don’t let it slide! Confrontation is key to setting boundaries

Demanding honesty and boundaries from toxic in-laws

NTA and seeking apology, but forgiveness and boundaries are key

Zero sympathy for MIL’s whining. Stick to your guns.

No drama here! Commenter is not the a**hole

Standing up to a manipulative mother-in-law. NTA wins!

MIL’s entitlement and manipulation tactics exposed. NTA for setting boundaries

Cutting off toxic in-laws? NTA, stand your ground

Forgive and move on: a tough but necessary choice ✌️

MIL’s lack of remorse and threat of suing for grandparents rights.

Grandparents’ rights? NTA for setting boundaries with in-laws.

Navigating the tricky waters of in-law relationships

Setting boundaries with a threatening mother-in-law

Protect yourself: Consult a lawyer and prepare for the worst

MIL refuses to apologize despite saying she’d do anything ‍♀️

Mom’s manipulation backfires, commenter not the a**hole.

No apologies, no access. Stubbornness won’t let her admit fault

Stand your ground and demand an apology from your MIL

Enforcing boundaries for your child’s safety, NTA. Seek support.

Stand your ground! You’re not the a**hole

Standing up to family threats for the safety of your child

Husband’s upbringing under a narcissist? NTA wins this battle!

Mom and MIL drama, but commenter has OP’s back

Redditors suggest cross-posting to entitled parents/people subreddits

Protecting my kids from entitled grandparents

OP wants an apology from MIL, but it won’t fix anything

Setting boundaries with MIL, but feeling guilty for being stubborn.

OP stands firm on boundaries with MIL, but feels guilty.

Setting boundaries with a manipulative MIL. NTA

Setting boundaries with toxic family members is necessary for peace

Is GPR a real issue? Let’s find out!

Excluded by MIL, NTA seeks advice on building relationship

Setting boundaries with in-laws during baby’s arrival

Grandma needs to apologize to see her grandson

“Forget the past”? Not when apologies are due!