Motherhood on Hard Mode: Solo Parenting While Sick, Is She Wrong for Resenting Her Partner?

Meet Liz, a new mom navigating the tricky waters of parenthood with her two-month-old baby. Usually, she’s got it all under control, but when illness strikes and her partner jets off to Paris, she’s left feeling abandoned, resentful, and, in her own words, like a ‘single parent’. Is she wrong for feeling this way, or is her partner the one who’s dropped the ball? Let’s dive into Liz’s story…

The Newborn Routine

Gamer Dad’s Absence

Sickness Strikes!

The Disappointment

The Single Parent Claim

The Argument and Departure ✈️

Ex-Husband to the Rescue! ‍♂️

Sweet Messages from Paris

The Confusion

The Living Arrangement

The Realization

The Plan for Change

The Hope for Improvement

A Rollercoaster of Emotions, Is She the Villain or the Victim?

In a whirlwind of emotions, Liz finds herself battling illness, caring for a newborn, and grappling with feelings of abandonment and resentment towards her partner. With her partner’s absence and her ex-husband’s unexpected support, she’s left questioning the dynamics of her relationship and her role within it. As she contemplates her next steps, she’s left wondering if her resentment is justified or if she’s the one in the wrong. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this emotional saga…

NTA: Ex-husband called to help raise baby, partner should contribute more

NTA: Husband should have helped and not lashed out at you

Commenter warns about dangerous and uncaring husband, advises leaving ASAP.

Partner’s lack of help and empathy frustrates new mom. ‍♀️

Partner’s lack of care: NTA comment sparks relatable outrage

NTA- You deserve better. Your daughter deserves a present father.

Ex vs. Current: Who’s the real a**hole? NTA

Ex husband steps up, partner falls short. NTA

Does hubby help with house and parenting?

Did he know how sick she was? Was communication clear?

NTA: Husband lacks support, ex-husband steps up. Relationship needs work.

Engaging in a heated debate: ESH, but he sucks more.

Partner’s involvement in parenting and possible burnout or PPD

NTA. Partner fails to support sick mother, takes off to Paris.

Ubisoft’s bad parenting: a**hole or just clueless?

Is he working or playing video games? Lack of engagement.

NTA: Mom resents partner for not helping with sick kids.

New mom resents partner’s neglect; deserves a supportive partner.

Single mom finds freedom and happiness after leaving deadbeat partner.

NTA. Partner fails as parent and calls ex-husband for help

NTA, but odd that he says you should get a job.

NTA. Partner’s neglect and outsourcing care is a wake-up call.

“NTA. Find a partner who cares about your feelings. Just leave.”

Questioning husband’s motivation for having kids, commenter supports OP

Partner’s lack of involvement and support, single parenting struggles

Resenting partner for not understanding the demands of solo parenting.

Concerned about partner’s lack of effort to bond with baby

Partner neglects baby, mom feels resentful. Is she wrong?

NTA – Resenting partner for not being an equal parenting partner

Ex-husband helping instead of partner, clear NTA. Get involved, dude!

NTA for feeling overwhelmed, but he should step up

NTA. Solo parenting, separate rooms, finances, counseling. Set boundaries or leave.

Solo parenting while sick, NTA for resenting partner

NTA: Partner needs to prioritize parenting over video games

Solo parenting while sick, resenting partner’s lack of support

NTA, but consider going back to work for financial stability.

NTA. Resenting partner for leaving you alone while sick. Communicate frustrations.

“He’s a wonderful person”

Resentment towards partner for avoiding parenting responsibilities.

NTA: Sick mom resents partner for leaving abruptly.

Communication breakdown: Feeling like a single parent vs. career priorities

NTA, but canceling a business trip isn’t always possible

Partner’s selfishness and abandonment while sick. NTA!

‍ ‍ Solo mom with a boyfriend? Is that the right balance?

Partner’s lack of support, ex-husband steps in. Resentment justified?

NTA. Partner called ex-husband for help?

Solo parenting while sick, husband goes on boys weekend. NTA.

Reflecting on mistakes, planning for change, and embracing self-care.

Resenting partner for not acting like a parent

NTA. Holy s**t. Overwhelming shame? You’re not overreacting.

“He’s not wonderful, he abandoned you. NTA. But he is.”

NTA. Communicate clearly with your partner, some men need directness.

Struggling new mom resents partner for shirking responsibilities.

NTA: Ex is an overgrown child, be a doormat no more!

Reevaluating the ex-husband? NTA, sounds like a nightmare.

Resentment towards partner’s behavior, future actions may worsen. NTA.

Resenting partner for leaving? Tell him to stay! NTA

Commenter resents partner, others agree. Is he really wonderful?

ESH. Partner sucks. Saying you’re a single parent is insulting.

ESH. Is solo parenting while sick really as hard as being an actual single parent?

ESH. She felt like a single parent, but he helps.

Partner MIA: Her resentment justified? NTA

NTA: Partner neglects child, calls ex-husband. Whatthefuck

NTA. Empathy and understanding are key in a partnership.

Everyone sucks here. Drama alert!

Time to drop the “partner” and be a single parent. NTA

Ex-husband stepped up, current partner prioritizes work over family. ‍♀️

“NTA I can relate to this somewhat. Rough weekend. “

Definitely NTA

NTA. Is he working or playing video games at night?

NTA. Run

He’s the a**hole for not helping with their child. NTA