Imagine being a nanny, caught in a sudden downpour with a sweet 1-year-old girl. You’re far from home and have no umbrella or jacket. The baby’s mom insists you bring her home, despite the pouring rain. What would you do? That’s the dilemma our nanny (27f) faced recently, and it’s causing quite a stir! ️
The Nanny Life

Rainy Day Drama ☔

Seeking Shelter

Mom’s Demands

A Reasonable Request?

Nanny’s Dilemma ️

Pick-Up Refusal

Standing Her Ground

Husband to the Rescue

Mom’s Furious Reaction

Dad’s Response

Threat of Termination

Second Thoughts

Boyfriend’s Opinion

Contract Clarity

Caught in the Storm: Nanny or Mom, Who’s Right? ♀️ ️
Our nanny found herself in a stormy situation, both literally and figuratively. She chose to wait out the heavy rain with the baby at a bubble tea shop, rather than risk walking home in the downpour. The mom was furious and accused her of kidnapping, while the dad seemed more understanding. Now, the nanny is reconsidering her job and wondering if she’s in the wrong. What do you think? Let’s dive into the internet’s top reactions to this rainy day dilemma! ️
Nanny receives support for refusing to bring baby home in rain

Nanny accused of kidnapping for not bringing baby in rain ️

Mom accuses nanny of kidnapping baby in rain – NTA responds

NTA nanny refuses to bring baby home in rain, dad agrees

Commenter suggests quitting job, but replies point out financial reality.

NTA made a responsible choice, mom’s kidnapping accusation is extreme

Mom accuses nanny of kidnapping for not walking in rain ☔️

Employer’s unreasonable behavior towards nanny in pouring rain. NTA.

Don’t quit, you have options!

Standing up for yourself as a nanny

NTA accused of kidnapping baby in pouring rain, but poor planning?

Nanny accused of kidnapping after refusing to bring baby home. NTA.

Nanny threatened to be fired for refusing to bring baby home.

Commenter defends nanny, suggests quitting after kidnapping accusation.

Don’t accuse of kidnapping, but can rain really make you sick? NTA.

Nanny stands up for herself after legal threat from employer.

NTA nanny advised to carry a huge umbrella while walking baby

Respectful comment defends nanny against angry mom accusations.

Nanny’s job at risk due to wife’s behavior, drama ahead!

NTA nanny refuses to bring baby home in rain

Nanny accused of kidnapping for not bringing baby in rain. ♀️

Trust issues with employer. Navigating tricky nanny-parent relationships.

Former nanny advises to quit and document after being accused of kidnapping.
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Nanny keeps baby safe in storm, accused of kidnapping. NTA.

Mom accuses nanny of kidnapping for not bringing baby home in rain ☔️

Nanny accused of kidnapping for not bringing baby in rain ☔

Nanny deserves better treatment and respect from her employers.

Experienced nanny advises on healthy nanny-parent relationship

NTA comment praises common sense in nanny situation.

Nanny advised to find a new family to work with.
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Comment suggests evaluating nanny for PPD or postpartum psychosis. NTA agrees.

Report the nanny to the agency! NTA

Nanny accused of kidnapping for not bringing baby in rain ☔️

Stand your ground and don’t meet with unreasonable nanny

Worker safety is important, even for nannies. NTA comment.

NTA recommends emphasizing safety concerns, not just inconvenience, in argument.

Supportive comment encourages quitting toxic job.

Nanny praised for not bringing baby home in pouring rain

Nanny quits after being accused of kidnapping in pouring rain ️

Commenter advises to move on after nanny accused of kidnapping.

Stay prepared with a go bag, good call on safety!

Find a new family! Childcare is in demand

Quickly find a better job. You’re NTA!

Nanny accused of kidnapping after refusing to bring baby home. NTA.

Practical advice for nanny dealing with overreacting mom

NTA nanny gets served a taste of her own medicine

Trust issues between nanny and mom over baby’s safety

Mother’s final say, but nanny’s actions reasonable. NTA comment.

Stand up for yourself! Quit and find a better job.

NTA praised for prioritizing baby’s safety in stormy situation.

Former nanny defends decision to prioritize baby’s safety.

Nanny refused to walk baby in rain, accused of kidnapping. NTA.

Supportive comment advises job hunting instead of confronting nanny.

Supportive comment, suggests unemployment, and calls out employer’s behavior.

Safety first! Nanny receives support for not risking baby’s safety.

Find a job where you’re treated like family, not a servant!

NTA, but hair excuse is ridiculous

Former nanny defends current nanny accused of kidnapping. Inform agency.

Confused in Vancouver questions belief that rain makes kids sick.

Ex-nanny shares horror story of entitled parents during COVID-19

NTA! Nanny stays safe in storm, mom accuses her of kidnapping
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NTA nanny accused of kidnapping after refusing to bring baby home.

Commenter sympathizes with nanny’s situation and advises quitting.

Commenter advises nanny to demand an apology or quit job.

NTA suggests reasonable alternatives to mother’s accusation of kidnapping.
