A couple struggling with infertility wants to experience childbirth through me. My husband offered them the chance, but I said no. A fight ensued, and I told them to get therapy. Now my husband and I aren’t talking. Was I wrong to say no?
Curious to know why she refused to let them in?
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Pregnant woman refuses in-laws in delivery room, husband volunteers his spot
A woman refuses to let her in-laws be in the delivery room with her. Her husband then volunteers his spot to give his struggling brother and sister-in-law a chance to experience childbirth. However, the woman stands firm and says no, causing a fight between them. The in-laws try to convince her, but she blows up, telling them to get therapy. Her husband is angry and accuses her of being selfish and petty. Will she change her mind and let them be in the delivery room? Read on to find out.
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