Sister Can’t Hide Her Concern Over Brother’s Growing Family

We’ve all heard of sibling rivalry, but what happens when it’s about the size of a family? Meet Matt and Lucy, a couple with six sons and another baby on the way. Their youngest, John, has a rare chromosomal abnormality, which has led to some significant financial and emotional challenges. When Matt’s sister can’t hide her concerns about the growing family, things take a dramatic turn.

Meet the Family ‍ ‍ ‍

Uncertain Future

Financial Struggles

Another One on the Way!

Sister’s Concern

Confrontation Time ⚡

Trying to Deflect

Coming Clean ️

Matt’s Defense ️

Big Family Dreams

Unfair Expectations

Standing Her Ground

Storming Off ⛈️

Clarifying Her Stance

Love for John ❤️

Sister’s Love vs. Brother’s Dreams

This family drama has left everyone questioning what’s best for the family. Matt’s sister tried to hide her concerns about her brother’s growing family, but when confronted, she couldn’t hold back her worries. Matt and Lucy believe they can make it work, but the sister’s concerns about the financial and emotional strain of caring for their special needs son, John, remain. Will this family find a way to mend their relationship, or will their differing views drive them apart? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Parentification is abuse. Brother is TA for using older kids.

Witty comment sparks hilarious replies about growing family.

Commenter expresses concern over brother’s growing family, receives support.

Concerns over parentification and motives for having more kids discussed.

Concerned sister worries about finances and lack of privacy

NTA. Commenter and reply agree on irresponsible parenting choices

Sibling tension over level of excitement for growing family

Doctor expressed concern but they went ahead with trying to conceive

When seven’s a crowd: NTA for not feigning excitement

Politely declining wasn’t enough, NTA storms out amidst conflict

Commenter receives praise for suggesting tactful approach

Growing family causing concerns about older kids’ parenting responsibilities

Commenter shares personal experience and condemns parentification as abuse.

Commenter’s shift from NAH to NTA sparks debate

Sibling banter at its finest

NTA calls out overpopulation concerns in a growing family ‍♂️

Use the ‘broken record technique’ to handle unwanted questions.

Valid concerns about growing family. Others relate. NTA

Commenter calls out brother and sister-in-law for irresponsible parenting

Family movie nights inspired by comment on big families

Sibling concerned over brother’s desire for large family

Growing up in a large family can be abusive

Leaving kids alone for prolonged periods is illegal and dangerous

Sibling’s desire for large family sparks concern over parentification

Sibling defends brother’s dream of having a large family

Respect boundaries and support family, don’t push unsolicited advice

Brother demands sister’s feelings, may regret the truth

Oldest sibling shares valid concerns about brother’s growing family

Valid concerns over brother’s growing family and child care arrangements

Setting boundaries and speaking truthfully. NTA

Commenter criticizes Matt’s suggestion to use older kids as babysitters

When is it too many kids? NTA shares their thoughts

Valid concerns acknowledged in NTA comment

Commenter warns of abuse and suggests CPS involvement. NTA.

Commenter shares personal experience of being forced into caregiving role.

NTA commenter shares personal experience of being forced to parent siblings

Criticism of growing family and neglect of older children. NTA

Commenter questions why we’re more compassionate towards pets than humans

Brother and SIL prioritize having a big family over responsibility

Sibling concerned about sister’s unstable family situation

Growing family causes concern for siblings’ quality of life

Puppy love > baby fever. NTA wins this one

Prioritizing special needs child can negatively affect other children’s upbringing

Sibling concerned about brother’s parentification, suggests calling CPS. NTA

Pediatric nurse shares insight on growing family struggles

Brother having kids for future approval? Cynical but possible. NTA

Oldest of 6 siblings, not the a**hole.

Be a supportive aunt, YTA for interfering with their family

Parenting priorities and sibling responsibilities debated. NTA wins.

Commenter with special needs children calls out judgmental sibling. YTA. ‍♀️

Sibling concern over brother’s irresponsible reproduction

Commenter sympathizes with kids, deems OP NTA

Growing family concerns: NTA for voicing opinion on family size

Brother’s neglectful parenting sparks concern and discussion

Polite response to pregnancy announcement, but honesty is also important