Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a wild ride of a story for you today. Meet our pregnant protagonist, who’s about to face the ultimate friendship test. She’s got a bun in the oven and a bestie who’s determined to throw her a baby shower… even if it’s the last thing she wants! Get ready for some serious drama, boundary-crossing, and a surprise appearance from an estranged mother. Will our mama-to-be stand her ground or cave to the pressure? Let’s dive in and find out!
Surprise! A Baby Shower I Never Wanted
Nursery Ready, Baby Clothes Pending
Pregnancy Takes Center Stage at Friend Reunion
Baby Shower Bombshell: I Don’t Want One! ♀️
Awkward Returns & Ungrateful Vibes? No Thanks!
Covid Concerns: Protecting Baby & Loved Ones
Friends Upset, but Respect My Choice… Except Gaby
Gaby’s Surprise Baby Shower Plot Twist!
♀️ I Put My Foot Down: No Means No, Gaby!
Gaby Calls Me a Killjoy, Topic Changed
Surprise Call from Estranged Mom: Gaby’s Doing
Mom Got Baby Shower Invite, Despite Our Issues
Furious, I Confront Gaby & Issue an Ultimatum
Cancel the Shower or Lose Me & Baby, Gaby!
Gaby Calls My Bluff, Says I’ll Thank Her Later
Pregnancy Drama: Unwanted Baby Shower Leads to Friendship Fallout!
Our pregnant protagonist is now facing backlash from her bestie’s boyfriend and friends, who think she’s overreacting and blame it on her pregnancy hormones. They believe she’ll regret cutting her best friend out of her life over this. But our mama-to-be is standing her ground, with her husband by her side. It took months for her to cut contact with her problematic mother, and in just minutes, all that hard work was undone by Gaby’s meddling. Now, she’s questioning herself: is she the a-hole for ending a friendship over an unwanted baby shower? The internet is about to weigh in on this juicy drama! Let’s see what they have to say about this wild ride of a story!
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You’re NTA! Gaby was selfish and not a real friend.
Cutting off toxic friends who cross boundaries is self-care
Friend invites estranged mom to baby shower, NTA gets angry.
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Setting boundaries is important. NTA for standing up for yourself.
Setting boundaries is important. Good for you for standing up!
Friend betrayed trust by sharing address, NTA for ending friendship.
Friend’s insensitive action ruins pregnant woman’s baby shower. NTA.
Setting boundaries is important. NTA. Congrats on becoming a mom
Assertive OP stands up for herself against entitled friend.
NTA for not wanting a baby shower during COVID-19
NC with abusive parents, friend invites estranged mom to baby shower
Respect boundaries. Not everyone wants a baby shower
Friend planned party without consent, NTA for ending friendship
Finding out about frenemy’s betrayal from mom. NTA
Boundaries were disrespected and dismissed as hormones. NTA.
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Smart hormones on NTA’s side. Friend ignored wishes and privacy.
Former friend prioritizes herself over pregnant woman, breaks trust ♀️
Friend violates pregnant woman’s boundaries by inviting estranged mom to shower
Justified to end a friendship after friend invites estranged mom.
Friend invites estranged mom to baby shower, NTA cancels party.
Betrayal of trust and involvement of estranged mother. NTA
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NTA and warning to check for manipulation by estranged mother
Pregnancy during a pandemic does not call for a baby shower . NTA for declining.
Friend invites estranged mom to baby shower against wishes. NTA.
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Inviting estranged mom to baby shower against wishes is unacceptable. NTA.
Setting boundaries with friends can be tough, but necessary
Setting boundaries with friends and family can be tough
NTA, friend gave out personal info to estranged mom, absolutely unjustified
Curious about the backstory behind cutting contact with mom
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Friend disrespected boundaries, ended friendship. NTA
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Friend disrespected boundaries and brought estranged mom, NTA for sure!
Suggesting a ‘meet the baby’ party is a great idea
Empowering NTA comment encourages setting healthy boundaries as a parent
Dumping a friend for doxxing you is justified
Friend invites estranged mom to baby shower, NTA stands ground.
Pregnant woman refuses baby shower during pandemic and friend invites estranged mom. Commenter supports her decision and offers to chat.
Protect your peace and safety. Your friend crossed the line.
Pregnancy entitlement Your baby, your rules NTA
Surprise shower at your place? NTA wins!
Polite decline and understanding is key to ending toxic friendships
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Setting boundaries with friends can be tough but necessary. #NTA
Cutting off toxic family is necessary for one’s mental health
Friend disregarded boundaries, NTA for ending friendship
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Friend disregards valid concerns, invites estranged mom to baby shower ♀️
Lock them out ! NTA stands firm on baby shower guest list.
Friend disregards pregnant woman’s wishes, NTA for ending friendship
Cutting off toxic friends who betray your trust. #NTA
NTA! Put out a public statement to avoid unwanted guests.
Friend disregards safety and boundaries, NTA for cutting her off
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Planning a baby shower at someone’s house without asking? NTA
Setting boundaries is important, especially during pregnancy
Inviting estranged mom to baby shower: NTA draws the line
Setting boundaries and prioritizing safety is not overreacting
Friend violates boundaries, risks health, and privacy. NTA. Cut off.
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Friend invites estranged mom to baby shower, NTA for being upset
Setting boundaries and saying goodbye to toxic friends.
NTA: You made the right decision and good riddance
Supportive comment with congratulatory tone. Definitely NTA.
Supportive comment to pregnant woman who ended friendship over baby shower
NTA! Gaby is TA to the power of 10
Being the a-hole in someone’s story is fine, NTA to everyone else ♀️
Set boundaries & block toxic people to protect yourself
Supportive comment validates OP’s feelings and suggests public post.
True friends respect boundaries and keep private information confidential
Justified in ending friendship after friend invited estranged mom
NTA stands up for herself against bullying and manipulation
Friend disregarded safety and feelings, NTA for ending friendship
Cutting out toxic friends: NTA, prioritize your own happiness
Congratulations on the baby! NTA, good riddance to bad friends
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Protect yourself and avoid dealing with unwanted guests
Supportive comment against a self-centered friend. Use of empathetic emojis can enhance the engagement.
Cutting out toxic ‘best friends’ during pregnancy
Don’t let anyone dismiss your wants and needs during pregnancy
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Friend’s true intentions revealed, OP right to cut off friendship
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NTA, trust your instincts and cut off toxic people.
Inviting estranged mom to baby shower without consent is not okay
Cutting off friend for inviting estranged mom to baby shower. NTA
No shower, no entry! Pregnant woman takes a stand
Boundaries crossed: Losing a friend over estranged mother’s invite
Friend plans baby shower during pandemic and invites estranged mom. NTA.
Friend invites estranged mom to baby shower, NTA ends friendship
Baby showers during a pandemic? NTA for prioritizing safety
A concerned commenter suggests seeking legal advice to protect privacy.
Set firm boundaries and stand by them. NTA.
