Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a juicy tale of family drama, maternity photoshoots, and some serious stepmom-stepdaughter tension! Our expecting mom is over the moon about her 3rd baby on the way, but her husband’s ex-wife and stepdaughters seem determined to rain on her parade. ️ Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions, accusations, and one controversial photoshoot request! Let’s dive in and see if this stepmom’s actions make her the a-hole or not!
Expecting Mom’s Joyful News!

Ex-Wife’s Bitter Accusations

Stepmom’s Loving Bond Tested

Pregnancy Brings Unexpected Cruelty

Stepmom’s Heartbreak and Suspicion

Maternity Photoshoot Drama Unfolds

Stepdaughters’ Convenient “Forgetfulness”

Family Photos with a Twist

Stepmom’s Controversial Request

Dad Stands by Stepmom’s Side

️ Facebook Photo Fiasco

Friends’ Support, but What Does Reddit Think? ️

Stepmom’s Photoshoot Fiasco: Excluding Stepdaughters or Justified Request?
Well, well, well! This expecting mom’s maternity photoshoot turned into a full-blown family drama! From the stepdaughters’ convenient “forgetfulness” to wear matching outfits to the mom’s accusation of purposeful exclusion, it’s a mess! Our stepmom just wanted one nice photo without the rebellious stepdaughters, but did she go too far? Her friends seem to think she’s in the clear, but let’s see what the internet has to say about this juicy situation! Grab your popcorn, folks, because the responses are bound to be spicy!
Standing up to entitled stepkids, consequences are necessary. NTA

Family counseling suggested to avoid drama with new baby

Therapy needed to teach respect; fat-shaming is not okay.

Stepdaughters deliberately sabotaged photo shoot, NTA for including them. Family therapy recommended.

Reflective comment on teenage behavior and need for therapy.
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Cutting out toxic people from your life is liberating

Inconsistencies raise red flags, counseling could benefit everyone involved. NTA.

Stepmom not the a-hole for taking one family photo without stepdaughters

Unpaid babysitting from stepdaughters? Mum might be fed up

Being a good parent means being the mature one

Photography shouldn’t be a point of conflict in a family

Stepmom excludes stepdaughters from photo, sparks drama. ESH.
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Seeking more details on daughters’ age and if affair occurred.

Stepmom excluded stepdaughters from family photo, perceived as YTA.

Stepmom insists on excluding stepdaughters from family photo

Surprising support for stepmom amidst personal connection.

A single photo to exclude stepdaughters? Definitely YTA.

NTA but next time bring matching clothes to avoid hassle

Stepmom gets called out for her behavior towards stepdaughters

NTA, but suggest better solution to avoid singling out stepkids.

Being petty with misbehaving stepkids – NTA

Excluding stepdaughters from family photo? YTA, period.

Stepdaughters misbehaving, bad parenting from all adults involved. ESH.

Curiosity and concern for missing details in complex family dynamics.

Stepdaughters’ clothing choice leads to hypocritical complaint.

Priorities? Evaluate relationship with stepdaughters, it’s not just babysitting.

Stepmom includes stepdaughters, but counseling needed. NTA

Concerns raised about stepmom’s relationship with divorced man

Stepmom excludes stepdaughters from photo, causing family drama. ESH.
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ESH situation due to immaturity and lack of effort. Family counseling needed.

Stepmom’s new baby girl making stepdaughters feel threatened? NTA.

Photographer asked to exclude stepdaughters from photo, called out.

Photographer’s request raises questions on stepdaughter’s worthiness?

Adult stepmom complains about stepdaughters not wearing right colors

Insensitive stepmom’s photo request causes outrage among readers.
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Excluding family and criticizing clothes? ESH, needs therapy.

Build on good relationship with stepdaughters, try family therapy

Prioritizing vanity over family unity? YTA according to comment.

Family therapy needed before baby arrives, don’t reinforce insecurity
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Stepmom prioritizes clothing over stepdaughters in family photo

Stepparenting and photoshoots can be tricky, but NTA here

NTA. 14 and 16 y/o know actions have consequences. Communication needed.

Stepmom misses opportunity to be the bigger person. ESH.

Stepmom’s punishment of stepdaughters is problematic and costly. ESH.
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A stepmom expresses empathy for a similar situation with stepkids.

Mismatched outfits vs. disobedient punks: Family photos nightmare

Is a white t-shirt worth excluding stepdaughters from photo?

Stepmom’s photo request backfires, accused of exclusion by mother. NTA.

Suggesting a different group? NTA but choose words carefully
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Stepmom stands up to stepdaughters’ neglect, not the a-hole
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NTA! OP’s reasonable request for a nice photo after issues caused.

Stepmom not the a**hole for wanting a photo without stepdaughters

Stepmom called out for not communicating with stepdaughters.

Stepmom’s request backfires as Redditor gets NTA judgement and support.

Curious if there’s a history of sibling rivalry in OP’s family

NTA, but family dynamic needs work. Therapy could help

ESH. Commenter suggests deeper family issues, urges communication and understanding.

Leaving stepdaughters out of photo for clothes validates their fears. YTA

Excluding stepdaughters from photo is not the solution. YTA.

Stepmom rightfully defends her stepdaughters against intentional hurtfulness.

ESH but OP needs to grow up and fix the underlying issue
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Stepmom criticized for wanting family photo without stepdaughters. YTA.
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Family therapy needed as stepmom and dad enable unacceptable behavior.

Husband’s forgetful daughters try to ruin photo day – ESH

Blended family tensions – ESH. Matching clothes is uncomfortable.

Stepmom faces criticism for prioritizing color over stepdaughters’ photo.

ESH for leaving stepdaughters out of ‘family’ photo

Advice to stop taking things personally and seek family therapy. NTA

Stepmom enforces boundaries for family photo, gets blamed. NTA.

Stepdaughters jealous of baby’s gender? NTA seeks advice

Stepmom prioritizes self-care, receives support in comment section. ❤

Inclusive family photos for all? NTA suggests multiple combinations.

Stepmom stands up for herself against disrespectful stepdaughters and mother.

Parent criticized for not being prepared and causing trouble

Excluding stepdaughters from the family photo – YTA ♀️

Stepmom wants stepdaughters out of family pic, NTA agrees
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Stepmom takes a stand against misbehaving stepdaughters. NTA.

Excluding stepdaughters from photo? EHS. They’re just kids

Stepparent gives solid advice on blended family photo etiquette.
