Imagine being a new parent, over the moon with your baby girl, only to have your own mother constantly butt in and undermine you at every turn. That’s the reality for one woman who, along with her wife, is trying to navigate the challenges of parenthood. But when her mom repeatedly ignores requests not to drop by unannounced, this new mom decides enough is enough! Read on to find out how she handled the situation and what the internet thinks of her actions.
The Joy of New Parenthood

Helpful In-Laws vs. Overbearing Mom

Mom’s Annoying Antics ️

Name Disapproval and Unwanted Visits

Setting Boundaries ️

Mom Ignores the Rules ♀️

Surprise! Mom Shows Up Anyway

Ignoring the Uninvited Guest ♀️

Confronting Mom ️

Mom’s Excuses and Ultimatum

The Return Home

Ignoring Mom Again ♀️

Family Backlash

Sister and In-Laws Support

Update: Timeouts and Future Plans ⏰

Internet Weighs In on New Mom’s Dilemma
So, was this new mom out of line for ignoring her intrusive mother? The internet seems to think otherwise! Many people are siding with the frustrated mom and her wife, understanding the need to set boundaries and protect their family. While some relatives may not agree, it’s clear that this new mom is determined to stand her ground and ensure her mother respects their wishes. Let’s see what other top responses from the internet have to say about this situation…
NTA. Standing up to entitled grandparent for wife and child

Grandma’s baby talk is a red flag, NTA for setting boundaries

Respectful boundaries are key. NTA

Grandma ignored boundaries, got shut out. NTA

New mom receives support for setting boundaries with grandma

Grandma’s behavior is likely to get worse. Consider limited contact.

Grandma’s possessiveness raises red flags for commenters

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but NTA ♀️

Commenter praises new mom for shutting out creepy grandma.

Commenter shares personal story of boundary-crossing mother, advises firmness.

Setting boundaries with family can be tough but necessary
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Setting boundaries and not the a**hole, go new mom!

New mom faces psycho grandma, may need police intervention
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Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but important.

Setting boundaries with family can be tough but necessary. NTA.

Setting boundaries with family is important for self-care. NTA

New mom sets boundaries with uninvited grandma

Setting boundaries with consequences is important for respecting family.

Setting boundaries with grandma: not the a-hole

Respectful boundaries set with uninvited grandma
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Setting boundaries with family is important. NTA

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but NTA

Establishing boundaries as a new parent. NTA

Setting boundaries with family is important. NTA!
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Setting boundaries with family

Setting boundaries with grandma. NTA for enforcing them

Mom’s invasion of privacy gets shut down by new mom

Grandma ignored boundaries, mom stands up for family. #RespectYourNeeds
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Planned ignoring works on adults too! NTA for setting boundaries

Setting boundaries with family

Uninvited in-laws popping by? Not cool
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Setting boundaries with uninvited grandma, caution advised for future interactions.

Suggests a hilarious way to deal with uninvited mom

Doorbell camera: the ultimate uninvited guest deterrent

Setting boundaries with family

New mom sets boundaries with grandma, internet approves

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but necessary.

Commenter agrees with mom’s decision to shut grandma out

Commenter praises mom for shutting door on uninvited grandma

Setting boundaries with family is tough, but necessary. #NTA

NTA gets support, but what about the mom’s behavior?
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Setting boundaries with family is important for a healthy relationship

Uninvited grandma gets the boot! NTA, kick rocks

Stick to your boundaries! Your life will get easier.

Mom shuts door on entitled grandma. NTA, natural consequences.

Ignoring uninvited guests sends a clear message
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NTA. Set boundaries and enjoy your time with your baby

Grandma overstepped boundaries, NTA for setting limits. Congrats new parents!

Setting boundaries with family can be tough, but necessary.

Grandma overstepped boundaries, NTA for ignoring her. Awkward behavior noted

Setting boundaries with grandma: NTA, but make it clear

Sarcastic NTA comment on overbearing mother with no boundaries

Supportive comment for new mom setting boundaries with grandma

Grandma disrespected boundaries, NTA mom shuts the door

Setting boundaries with family is important. NTA for enforcing them

New mom sets boundaries with uninvited grandma

Setting boundaries with family can be tough . Glad you stood up for yourself. NTA!

Commenter calls out narcissistic behavior in a new mom.

New mom stands up to uninvited grandma, sets healthy boundaries.

New mom praised for standing up to overbearing grandma

Short and sweet, NTA says it all.

Putting family first NTA wins unanimous support

Setting boundaries with overbearing grandparents

Boundary-setting win! High-five

Mom’s uninvited visit is creepy and oblivious

Standing up to parents: NTA.

Well done for standing up to manipulative grandma!

Setting boundaries with family: when to say enough ❌

Setting boundaries with family can prevent future conflicts.

Setting boundaries with toxic family.

Setting boundaries with toxic family members is important. Good job!

Standing ovation for new mom shutting out uninvited grandma!
