We all know that discussions about parenting choices can get quite heated, but who would have thought that a simple comment about ‘natural instincts’ could lead to such a dramatic fallout in a women’s support group? One member shares her story about how a conversation about motherhood turned ugly, leaving her and another childfree member banned from the group. Ready for some juicy drama? Let’s dive in!
The Support Group Setup

Childfree Members

Janet’s Controversial Remarks ️

Childfree Members Take Issue

Things Get Ugly

The Unexpected Ban

“Lifestyle Shaming” Accusation

Not Interested in Rejoining ♀️

The Other Childfree Member’s Dilemma

To Apologize or Not?

Drama Unfolds: Childfree Members Banned!
So, there you have it! A simple comment about women having a ‘natural instinct’ for motherhood led to a heated debate and ultimately, the banning of two childfree members from the women’s support group. The group leader accused them of ‘lifestyle shaming’ Janet, but did they really cross the line? The other childfree member is now torn between apologizing to regain entry or finding a new group to socialize with. What do you think? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this dramatic situation…
Support group turns toxic with bans and teaming up on members
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Defending the non-moms, calling out Janet’s shaming behavior.

Woman defends herself against lifestyle shaming and group-gaslighting.

Debate on motherhood and societal pressure. NTA.

Child-free woman defends herself against group leader and Janet’s comments.

Respectful response to differing choices, NTA.

NTA stands up to discrimination in women’s group.

Support group member defends against ‘natural instinct’ comment.
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Debate on ‘lifestyle shaming’ sparked by NTA comment

Mom-to-be defends childfree women, sparks debate in group

Supportive reply to comment on toxic behavior and deflection.

Stand your ground against Janet’s warped views. NTA

Excluded from vote and perspective, NTA. Better off alone.

Respectful comment defends personal choices, promotes positivity and inclusivity.

Defending a friend in a moms’ group can be tough

Find a group that truly accepts you. This one is biased.

NTA. Motherhood is a personal choice, not a universal instinct.

Debate over Janet’s true intentions for childfree women’s choices.

Women defend childfree choice, call out offensive ‘natural instinct’ comment.

Choosing not to have kids doesn’t make you a bad person ♀️

Debate on primal urge to procreate and inclusive feminism. NTA.

User warns against cult-like behavior in women’s group.

Choosing to have kids doesn’t mean everyone should feel the same

Choosing to be childfree is valid. Support groups needed.

Child-free woman shares negative experiences with moms, sparks agreement.

Debate over the true intentions of women’s support groups.

Debate gets heated as commenters demand more information
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Choosing not to be a mother: NTA and no regrets
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Supportive reply to childfree person’s decision, encourages respecting choices

Women defend right to choose lifestyle, reject NTA indoctrination.

Standing up for personal choice and shutting down shaming tactics.
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NTA comment sparks debate on group dynamics and conflict resolution.

Woman defends her choice to not have kids, calls out ‘lifestyle shaming’

Woman defends herself against ‘natural instinct’ comment with fiery response

Desire to raise children isn’t related to gender. NTA.

Sassy response shuts down ‘mombies’ trying to be exclusive

Defending the childless: NTA calls out mom’s group for shaming.

Choosing not to be a parent doesn’t make you less. ♀️

NTA defends against ‘lifestyle shaming’ and calls out hypocrisy

NTA, but encourage your friend to rejoin the group ❤️
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Woman defends child-free choice and calls out mom’s shaming behavior.

Defending oneself in a group that can ‘vote you off’

Debate over whether a women’s support group should exclude childless women.

Healthy group dynamics and clearings can help avoid toxicity. ✌️

Standing up for oneself and finding a new tribe

Parent shaming? NTA comment sparks heated debate in women’s group.

ESH, but could have been a great opportunity for learning

NTA suggests child-free member can rejoin women’s group without OP

NTA comment shuts down mean girl group for women.

Not the a**hole for calling out lifestyle shaming

Friendship breakups can be tough, but sometimes necessary.

User calls out bullying in women’s group, suggests finding new friends. NTA

Childfree woman defends her decision and criticizes societal pressure. ♀️

Not all mothers have natural instincts, support groups are necessary.

User defends against ‘natural instinct’ argument, recommends leaving group.

Standing up to breeder pleasers and fighting for childfree rights!

Not wanting kids is a personal choice, NTA

NTA and indifferent to children, but loved being cool auntie

Elderly duo supports OP, calls out group shamer. #NTA

Supportive comment advocating for personal choices and understanding differences

Celebrating diverse lifestyles with no room for judgement

NTA. Disagreement leads to echo chambers. Support group should support.

One woman’s NTA experience with motherhood sparks debate.

Defending childfree choice sparks heated debate in women’s group.

Supportive comment encourages finding a more inclusive group.

Young mom regrets giving in to ‘primal urge’ with 3 kids

User defends OP and calls out toxic behavior in group

Support group should support, not cherry-pick and bully.

NTA commenter suggests Janet’s comment hit a nerve with defensive moms.

NTA stands up against toxic behavior in women’s group
