Pregnant Wife Called a Child: Fair or Foul?

Pregnancy can be a challenging time for couples, with emotions running high and physical discomfort often taking center stage. In this story, a husband (35m) and his pregnant wife (33f) are expecting their first child in December. The husband, who suffers from chronic pain and works long hours on his feet, becomes increasingly frustrated with his wife’s behavior during her pregnancy. He believes she’s become lazy and overly reliant on him, which ultimately leads to an explosive argument. Let’s dive into the details of this dramatic tale.

Expecting Parents & Chronic Pain

Job Troubles & Wife Quits

Lazy Wife or Pregnancy Struggles?

Constant Complaints

Biting His Tongue

End of the Workday Expectations

The Breaking Point

A Desperate Plea for Rest

Explosive Argument

Tears & Apologies

MIL’s Fury

Hanging Up & Family Drama

Husband vs. Pregnant Wife: Who’s the Real Child?

In this emotionally charged story, a husband struggling with chronic pain and a demanding job finds himself at odds with his pregnant wife, whom he believes has become lazy and overly reliant on him. The situation reaches a boiling point when the husband, desperate for rest after a long day, snaps at his wife, telling her to stop complaining and act like an adult. This outburst leads to tears, apologies, and a family-wide feud. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this tense situation…

When pain and pregnancy become a competition, everyone loses.

ESH. Chronic health issues + pregnancy = teamwork & communication needed

NTA, but is having a kid the right decision?

NTA advises against quitting job during pregnancy for financial reasons.

Communication is key. Give each other grace and understanding.

Curious commenters want to hear the other side

ESH – Both are in pain and overworked. Work together!

INFO: Wife’s behavior was self-centered, but OP is also TA

ESH, figure out a system now or parenting gets harder

Curious about the motive behind stopping work during pregnancy

Pregnancy doesn’t mean being waited on hand and foot. NTA

Communication issues and contempt suggest deeper problems. YTA.

ESH, but communication and planning are key with a newborn.

Pregnancy and chronic pain are tough. Work together as a team

Pregnancy is hard, but chores can be shared. NTA.

ESH. Both need to communicate needs before baby arrives.

Couple struggling with health issues advised to seek counseling

ESH. Commenter questions if this is a culmination of issues.

Communicate early and respectfully with your spouse to avoid yelling

Struggling with pregnancy doesn’t excuse bad behavior.

Pregnancy is hard, but setting boundaries and communication is key.

Toxic relationship dynamics affecting innocent child.

Both experiencing physical difficulties, communication and support needed. ESH.

NTA comment: Brutal honesty or unnecessary harshness? ‍♂️

ESH, commenter expresses concern for family’s future with newborn.

Both sides valid, but maybe they need help around the house?

Defending men’s emotional pain, NTA receives unfair criticism.

Commenter calls out OP for treating wife poorly.

Yelling at pregnant wife: A-hole move

Couple argues over pregnancy, both at fault. ‍♀️ ‍♂️

User reminds others of the challenges of having a child.

Pregnancy doesn’t mean being a personal servant. NTA.

Pregnancy is not an excuse for laziness.

Being pregnant doesn’t make you incapable. NTA for sure!

A harsh comment about parenting with no replies

Calling names is never smart. Wife should cook for herself.

ESH. Communication is key during pregnancy and chronic pain. ‍ ‍ It’s important to understand each other’s struggles.

Communication is key during pregnancy. ESH for not communicating.

Parenting reality check: ESH needs to prioritize baby’s needs first

ESH but YTA for disrespecting wife’s pregnancy. Communication is key.

Communication breakdown between spouses.

ESH: Bringing a baby into a chaotic situation isn’t fair

Communication is key. Counseling could help both of you.

Pregnancy is tough, counseling and communication may help.

Pregnancy isn’t an excuse to be selfish. ESH in this situation.

Pregnancy is not an excuse to act like a brat

New dad sympathizes with OP, suggests meal prep to ease burden

Pregnancy is tough, empathy is key. Both could have compromised. ESH

Parenting is tough, buckle up for the ride

A controlling husband sparks concern among readers

Redditor calls out controlling behavior towards pregnant wife.

Chronic pain sufferer calls out OP’s wife for exaggerating symptoms

ESH, but commenter calls out OP for being biggest AH.

Communication is key in addressing underlying issues.

Toxic marriage? Both need to work on being supportive.

ESH, but communication is key for a better future ️

User calls out OP for being the a**hole and not understanding pregnancy

YTA for being unsupportive of your pregnant wife

Pregnancy is like chronic illness, YTA for not understanding

User calls out OP’s controlling language, deems them YTA.

Being insulting and hypocritical makes YTA according to commenter.

YTA for not supporting your pregnant wife’s financial independence.

Pregnancy doesn’t excuse a complete lack of effort.

ESH. Communication and respect for partner’s autonomy is key.

Competitive comments aside, ESH. Both need to prioritize family.

Control and trivialization accusations towards OP. YTA confirmed.

ESH but you suck a little more. ‍♂️ Pain is not a competition. Both of you are suffering in different ways. Learn to compromise and work as a team by the time this kid is born.

Chronic pain doesn’t excuse being a selfish spouse.

Supportive reply to YTA comment about pregnancy struggles

Setting realistic expectations is key.

Yelling at pregnant wife: YTA, grow up and show empathy

YTA dismisses partner’s pregnancy discomforts, in for rude awakening

Practice time/chore/emotion sharing to avoid future conflicts. YTA.

Advice for young couple struggling with communication and expectations. ESH.

Pregnancy is not an excuse for poor behavior. NTA.

ESH. Pregnancy and chronic pain are tough, but compromise is key.

ESH. Commenter calls out misogynistic behavior and lack of sympathy.

Tips for taking care of a pregnant wife in late stages

Pregnancy can be tough, but both partners should support each other ‍

Clarification needed on OP’s wife’s household duties

Poor communication skills threaten relationship and potential child’s well-being.

ESH. Both need sympathy and rest. Pregnancy not free pass.

Yelling is never ok. Calmly explain your pain. Empathy needed.

ESH. Both need support and communication for healthy parenting ‍

Red flags raised in comment about financial control and job loss.

Supportive comment calls out misogynistic behavior in husband