Imagine being part of a tight-knit support group for disabled parents, a safe space where you can share your struggles and triumphs without judgment. It’s not about the kids, it’s about YOU and your unique challenges as a parent with a disability. But then, a new mom shows up with her disabled son, and things take an unexpected turn… Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as we dive into this parenting group dilemma!
A Dilemma in the Disabled Parents’ Group
Many Members Have Disabled Kids, But That’s Not the Focus
A New Woman Wants to Join the Group
The Son Was Sweet, But Mom Wasn’t Participating
Plot Twist: The Mother Isn’t Disabled!
♀️ That’s Not Really Relevant, Though…
The Mother Gets Offended and Talks About Her Son
There Are Other Groups for Disabled Kids
️ This Group Is Our Safe Space
We Feel Bad, But Also…
The Shocking Twist That Divided a Disabled Parents’ Group!
Well, well, well… looks like this disabled parents’ group got more than they bargained for when a new mom showed up with her wheelchair-bound son! The plot thickens when it’s revealed that the mother herself isn’t disabled at all – gasp! Cue the drama, the heated discussions, and the ultimate decision to exclude her from the group. But wait, there’s more! The mom fires back, calling them ‘hypocritical c-words’ for not accepting her son. Ouch! Let’s see what the internet has to say about this juicy tale of support group shenanigans.
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Mother banned from support group for calling members the c-word
Group’s purpose matters, not the person. NTA ✌️
Mother banned from support group for disabled parents, commenter defends NTA
The commenter sympathizes with the poster’s frustration and confusion.
Not the a**hole for enforcing group qualifications
Playgroups are for parents to find friends, not just for kids
Parent with disabilities ousted from support group, NTA verdict.
Misunderstanding leads to ban from support group. NTA.
Excluding entitled members for group productivity
Clear membership requirements explained but still called the C-word? NTA
Support group mix-up: This isn’t for parents of disabled children
NTA for explaining group’s purpose, offering alternative support options ⭐
Support group for disabled parents is necessary and not exclusive.
Selective listening and blame-shifting are classic traits of narcissists.
NTA. The commenter points out the lack of empathy and understanding.
Group is for parents w/ disabilities only. NTA for banning.
Don’t invade spaces meant for vulnerable communities!
Empathetic comment with no replies
Navigating parenting as a disabled person can be a nightmare. NTA.
Creating safe spaces for marginalized groups is important.
Exclusion justified. Support group for disabled parents only
OP starts subreddit for disabled parents, provides support outlet
NTA commenter defends OP against unreasonable expectations.
Heartless exclusion of disabled parent from support group
NTA suggests revenge plan, no replies yet
Support group member defends group against entitled mother.
Woman not meeting group criteria gets rightfully called out
Kind suggestion for disabled child-friendly play groups. NTA.
Exclusion from parents’ group: NTA comment shuts down argument
Mother’s entitlement receives backlash from commenters
Parents joining disability support groups can make things difficult for members.
NTA suggests clarifying group info to potential members for better experience
NTA commenter suggests solution to entitled parent’s misunderstanding
Creating a safe space is important
Misunderstanding the group’s purpose causes frustration for mother.
Misunderstanding leads to awkward situation in disabled parents’ group
Misunderstood mother banned from support group. NTA, but misguided.
Son not a parent, mother should not have joined. #NTA
Understanding the group’s purpose is important before joining.
Mother’s intrusion into disabled support group deemed unacceptable. NTA.
Misunderstanding leads to mother’s ban from support group
Exclusion justified: NTA member unfit for Disabled Support Group
Group meant for disabled parents, not non-disabled parents. NTA.
Clear NTA response and accusation of free childcare seeking
Parent reminded of the purpose of disabled parents’ support group
Mother banned from support group for exploiting its purpose. NTA.
Standing up for yourself and others is never a**hole behavior
Support group not free childcare. NTA for setting boundaries
Setting boundaries with grace and firmness.
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NTA supports protected characteristic groups’ safe spaces. Hypocrisy called out.
Correcting a typo with humor
Clear group description could avoid confusion and future conflicts. NTA
Misunderstanding cleared. NTA, you did nothing wrong
Sassy reply shuts down accusation of fake disability
Helpful correction of word usage and NTA opinion agreement
Parent defends support group’s no kids policy, NTA.
NTA comment suggests creating a group for disabled kids
