Meet our brave mom, her ex-husband, and their unique son, Bas. After their split six years ago, they’ve managed to live close and spend a lot of time together. Bas, who is autistic, has a passion for certain interests which he loves to share, again and again. While mom loves to listen, dad’s tolerance seems to run out after ten minutes. The drama unfolds when mom gets Bas a dog, one of his special interests, and dad feels left out. But mom has a condition for him to join in the ‘fun’ family activities. Let’s dive into this intriguing tale.
The Split and the Special Interests
Dad’s Tolerance Level ️
A New Furry Friend
Dad’s Outburst
The Facebook Drama
Mom’s Rebuttal
Bas’s Blissful Ignorance
A Family Drama Unfolding: Who’s the Real Villain Here?
In a world where social media often becomes the battleground for personal conflicts, our mom finds herself under fire for her decision to exclude her ex-husband from a significant family event. Accused of being ‘selfish’ and hindering the father-son relationship, she stands her ground, insisting that the dad needs to put in the ‘hard work’ of engaging with their son’s special interests. Amidst the chaos, Bas blissfully enjoys the company of his new canine companion. What does the world think of this situation? Let’s delve into the internet’s top reactions.
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NTA- Ex-husband not entitled to tag along on ‘family’ things
Ex-husband wants a relationship with son, but only the ‘good bits’
NTA. Ex-husband’s entitlement to dog purchase sparks backlash
ESH, but the dad’s Facebook post was an AH move
Ex-husband’s lack of effort leads to son’s four-pawed friendship
ESH a tad. Mostly him. Mother sets boundaries for ex-husband’s disengagement.
“YTA for neglecting your son’s social-emotional development. “
Mixed opinions on ex-husband’s involvement in autistic son’s interests
“Ummm YTA.. not everyone is able being talked at a mile a minute.”
Engaging comment on co-parenting and social boundaries for autistic son
ESH. Co-parenting issues and missing important info.
ESH: Ex-husband establishing boundaries, but communication and projection issues.
ESH for public airing of grievances and controlling parenting styles. ♀️
Ex-husband wants credit for the dog? NTA, it’s your son’s!
“OP, you’re seeking validation and ignoring your son’s needs. “
Ex-husband struggles to understand autistic son’s ‘special interests’
“YTA. Your son’s interests matter to his equal parent too! “
ESH. OP is blind to other views, toxic co-parenting.
“Using your son to manipulate your ex? YTA. Boundaries needed.”
ESH, leaning more YTA. People have boundaries, but be mature!
YTA. Excluding your ex-husband from events: a toxic move?
Curious about the whole story behind this parenting dispute?
Both parents need to be more patient and mature.
Parental alienation: Include the dad in co-parenting decisions
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NTA. Dad’s jealousy over bonding with son through dog
NTA: Parent seeks speech therapy for autistic son’s communication skills.
YTA. Cruel words to child. Let them love each other
NTA: Ex-husband clueless about son’s interests, dogs, and autism.
What’s the untold story behind this heated debate?
Engaging comment: YTA, big time, sorry.
Divorced couple’s constant family activities confuse their autistic son. ESH.
“YTA. Withholding info and only engaging with like-minded people? Classic.”
YTA: A manipulative ex-husband gets called out!
“YTA – Poisonous and condescending. Your negativity isn’t helping your son.”
Disagreement between exes over autistic son’s interests. Both handled poorly.
YTA: Mother’s epic clapback shuts down ex-husband’s ignorance.
YTA: Mother’s epic clapback shuts down ex-husband’s ignorance.
Ex-husband’s lack of effort and empathy towards autistic son
Engaging comment and replies about co-parenting an autistic child.
Parenting an autistic child: YTA/ESH debate and frustrations with parents.
Parents feud over son’s interests, driving a wedge between them
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“NTA, your ex needs to learn how to handle your son “
ESH: Help Bas bond with his son for more tolerance
Parenting struggles: Ex-husband’s intolerance towards autistic son’s interests
ESH. OP and ex-husband’s mom in heated battle over autistic son
YTA for throwing dirt at your husband, NTA for buying a dog
ESH. Excluding the father isn’t fair to their son.
NTA. Ex-husband needs to find his own fun family time.
