Parents BANNED from Seeing Grandkids After Two-Faced Betrayal!

Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a juicy family drama on our hands! Meet our protagonist, a loving dad caught in the middle of a babysitting battle with his two-faced parents! ‍ ‍ ‍ What started as a seemingly perfect arrangement for quality grandparent-grandchild bonding time has turned into a full-blown family feud! Will our hero stand his ground and protect his parental rights, or will he cave to the pressure from his angry parents and sister? Let’s dive into this messy tale and find out!

‍ ‍ ‍ Family Ties: The Babysitting Saga Begins!

Grandparents to the Rescue! Or So We Thought…

Money Wasn’t the Issue, Grandma’s Love Was!

‍♀️ Grandma Says: Daycare is a Waste! ‍♂️

Grateful Parents, Happy Kids!

Overheard: The Shocking Truth!

Family Feud: The Argument Erupts!

‍♀️ But Wait, Wasn’t This Their Idea? ‍♂️

No More Babysitting for Two-Faced Grandparents!

Searching for New Childcare Options!

‍♂️ Dad Puts His Foot Down: No More ‘Abandoning Duty’! ‍♀️

Grandparents Cry Foul, Sister Joins the Fray!

Wife’s Dilemma, Dad’s Doubt!

The Verdict: Is Dad the A-hole for Cutting Off Babysitting?

Well, well, well! This story has more twists and turns than a soap opera! Our conflicted dad is caught between a rock and a hard place, trying to navigate the treacherous waters of family dynamics and parental responsibilities. On one hand, his parents eagerly volunteered to babysit, but on the other, they secretly resent it and think he’s a sh*t parent for ‘abandoning’ his kids! Talk about a double standard! Now, with his wife torn and his sister on the attack, our dad is left wondering if he’s the a-hole for putting his foot down and saying ‘no more’! ‍♂️ What do you think, dear readers? Is he justified in his decision, or should he suck it up and let the grandparents have their cake and eat it too? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this family fiasco!

Taking responsibility for your kids is NTA

Mom talks behind back, blames, and accuses bad parenting. Stay strong.

Mom’s two-faced behavior exposed. NTA should confront and demand apology.

NTA for setting boundaries with parents, but still prioritize kids’ relationship

Grandparents play martyr, should admit fault before seeing grandkids.

Setting boundaries with toxic family, find childcare provider

Conflicted commenter suggests frank conversation with grandparents for NTA/ESH.

Maintain control if allowing grandparents to see grandkids.

NTA for refusing to let toxic family see your kids

Compromise suggested for grandparents’ visitation rights. NTA wins.

NTA stands ground after in-law betrayal. No more grandkids visits.

Grandparents complain about not babysitting after insulting parents. NTA

Setting boundaries with grandparents who disrespected parents’ parenting choices.

Setting boundaries with martyr grandparents can lead to positive change.

Suggests a grandparent playdate to avoid parental drama.

Concerned commenter questions OP’s behavior when leaving kids with parents.

Standing up for yourself against toxic family.

Grandparents called them ‘selfish’ and ‘irresponsible’, now get supervised visits ‍♀️

Reducing grandparent visits may be best for kids’ well-being.

Cutting off toxic grandparents is the right move.

Miscommunication led to grandparent’s unreasonable childcare expectations. NTA

Grandparents trash talk babysitting, upset when replaced, NTA.

Sibling of a mother who uses parents as babysitters empathizes with sister, calls out OP for overburdening parents. ESH.

OP takes away grandparents’ cross to bear. Nanny wins!

Setting boundaries with parents to avoid hurting kids. NTA.

Mother insists on strange sleeping arrangements, complains behind back. NTA.

Grandma vs MIL drama resolved with clever compromise

Mom has martyr syndrome, NTA keeping grandkids away.

Standing up to a narcissistic parent can be tough.

Keeping toxic grandparents away: NTA takes a stand.

Parenting dilemma causes resentment and lack of communication.

MIL falsely claimed financial & caretaking support. NTA for cutting ties.

Protecting kids, NTA shares experience of betrayal and consequences.

NTA. Watch out for their two-faced behavior around your kids

NTA: Parents think you’re entitled for not letting them babysit

Grandparents get cut off for two-faced behavior. NTA for sure!

Suggests supervised visits and leaving if necessary.

Grandparents impose their world view, commenter says NTA!

Misrepresentation leads to grandparents’ ban. NTA wins.

Setting boundaries with toxic family members is self-care. NTA

Grandparents love spending time with grandkids, but prioritize parents’ time. NTA.

Setting boundaries with grandparents after betrayal.

Grandparents insult parenting, banned from seeing grandkids. NTA

Setting boundaries to protect kids after betrayal by grandparents.

Sibling drama: commenter is NTA and sister should butt out

Navigating family drama? Here are 3 tips to consider.

Standing up for spouse and kids, NTA hailed as hero

Curious commenter seeks clarification on family drama

Setting boundaries with parents who betrayed you. NTA

When grandparents offer childcare but judge you for it

Dealing with manipulative parents? NTA, set boundaries.

Sibling drama? Shut it down and stand your ground! NTA

Don’t mess with a parent’s parenting or lose grandkid access

Grandparents banned for accepting offer, NTA. Time for compromise.

Grandparents’ strange behavior causes NTA OP to limit visitation.

Poor communication leads to grandparent ban. Check-in often!

Navigating in-law relationships can be tricky. Communication is key!

Grandparent-childcare relationship strained due to communication issues. ESH.

Suggests ways to appreciate grandparents as unpaid babysitters

Suggest spending time with kids and grandparents to clear confusion

ESH, but cutting off contact seems extreme. Give boundaries.

Suggests NTA can mend things with parents but with boundaries.

NTA for not sending kids to entitled drama llama grandparents!

Compromise suggested to allow grandparent-grandchild interaction.

A reasonable suggestion for resolving conflict between grandparents and OP.

Suggests finding new sitter and paying parents if babysitting.

A relatable experience of parents watching grandkids but trash talking behind back

Grandparenting is exhausting, occasional help is fine, not permanent childcare.

Suggests calm discussion to resolve grandparent dispute.

Curious about context? Here are some clarifying questions.

Consequences for two-faced behavior. No trust, no relationship

NTA, but a conversation with grandparents is warranted

Compassionate response to parental betrayal, with a fair warning.

Grandparents complain about childcare, parents ban them from grandkids. ESH. ‍♂️

Reconciliation is key. Grandkids deserve to see their grandparents.

Grandparents demand payment for babysitting, get banned.

Cutting ties with gossiping grandparents is justified. NTA

Parental hypocrisy leads to grandparenting ban

Grandparents banned from seeing grandkids over 5 year old complaint

NTA reminds to consider children’s perspective in family disputes