A 17-year-old girl found herself in the middle of family drama after inviting her dad’s girlfriend to a spa day instead of her own mom. The girl has always had a difficult relationship with her mom, who she feels never truly understood or supported her passion for sports. However, her dad’s girlfriend has been a constant source of support and encouragement. When the girl won a spa day for two, she decided to invite her dad’s girlfriend as a thank you, but her mom assumed she’d be the one invited. Now, the girl is left wondering if she made the right choice.
Mom vs. Daughter: A Rocky Relationship
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The Not-So-Girly Girl ♀️
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Dad’s New Girlfriend: A Surprising Ally
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A Change of Heart ❤️
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The Spa Day Dilemma ♀️
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A Thank You to Julia
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Mom’s Assumption
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The Awkward Reveal
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Mom Won’t Listen ♀️
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Feeling Guilty
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Did She Make the Right Choice? ♀️
Caught in a whirlwind of emotions, this 17-year-old girl is left questioning her decision to invite her dad’s girlfriend to a spa day instead of her own mom. While her mom has never shown much interest in her daughter’s passion for sports, the dad’s girlfriend has been a constant source of support and encouragement. The girl’s choice has left her mom feeling hurt and rejected, and now the family is left to navigate this emotional minefield. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this tricky situation…
OP’s decision to invite dad’s girlfriend to spa day causes family drama. NAH.

Teen invites dad’s girlfriend to spa day, snubs mom. Commenters discuss.

Mom doesn’t show up to events but expects to be treated? NTA

Dad’s girlfriend wins over mom in effort and kindness

Dad’s girlfriend supported OP’s tennis, mom didn’t. NTA.

Teen invites dad’s GF to spa day, mom feels hurt. NAH.

Teen invites supportive people to spa day, not obligated to invite mom. ♀️

Seize the moment: Teen’s gesture to dad’s girlfriend praised

Teen chooses dad’s girlfriend over mom for spa day. NTA.

Divorced parent supports teen’s decision to invite stepmom to spa day

Mom wants prize without supporting child?

Family drama? NTA for prioritizing supportive relationships

Commenter sympathizes with OP’s dad’s girlfriend, but calls out her past behavior.

Teen invites dad’s girlfriend to spa day, defends decision.

Teen invites dad’s girlfriend to spa day, mom feels left out

NTA shows maturity by inviting dad’s gf to spa day. Mom hurt, but didn’t make effort to bond.

Teen takes dad’s girlfriend to spa day, snubs self-absorbed mom

Choose your spa day buddy wisely

Mom gets snubbed for not putting effort into relationship ♀️

Commenters debate whether mom is the a**hole or not

Daughter stands up for dad’s girlfriend. Mom’s absence justified.

Teen chooses supportive stepmom over unsupportive mom for spa day

NTA. Mom neglects daughter and resents her stepmom. Daughter takes high road.

Mom feels left out of spa day with dad’s girlfriend

Mature teen invites dad’s girlfriend to spa day, navigates family dynamics

Stepmom earned spa day, but plan something with mom too

The commenter calls out OP’s mom for being childish

Choosing dad’s girlfriend over mom for spa day? Family drama
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Teen takes dad’s girlfriend to spa day, sparks family drama

Daughters’ initial reaction to dad’s GF, who turned out amazing. NTA.

Commenter suggests finding common ground with mom to avoid hurt.

Teen chooses dad’s girlfriend over mom for spa day

Mom’s manipulation and assholery called out by commenter

Teen invites dad’s girlfriend to spa day, sparks family drama

Reconciling with dad’s girlfriend, but how to make mom understand?

Spa day drama: Teen snubs mom, invites dad’s girlfriend. NTA.

A supportive stepmom and a distant mom. NTA for choosing Julia

Choose your own family. NTA for treating Julia.

Mature teen builds relationship with dad’s girlfriend, mom overreacts

Being considerate doesn’t mean you’re wrong. NTA

Teen chooses to spend time with stepmom, mom acts passive-aggressive
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Curious for an update

Teen invites dad’s girlfriend to spa day, upsets mom

Daughter stands up for herself and her interests. NTA

Navigating divorce and shared hobbies with parents can be tricky

Suggest a spa day with mom and surprise her with a gift

Stepmom’s kindness shines through, mom needs to let go

Don’t let your mom’s feelings stop you from bonding with stepmom

Teen mends relationship with dad’s girlfriend, mom gets upset ♀️

Teen chooses dad’s girlfriend over mom for spa day. NTA
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Choose your spa day squad wisely , NTA

Teen’s kind gesture towards dad’s girlfriend causes tension with mom ♀️

Stepmom attends event, commenters agree NTA and support inclusion

No drama here, just a peaceful spa day invitation ♀️

Mom not supportive of daughter’s athletics, daughter not obligated to reciprocate.

Choose supportive people, even if they’re not family
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Stepmom over mom? NTA comment sparks debate

Teen stands up for herself and sets boundaries with mom

Short and sweet: commenter agrees with the action taken.

Teen defends inviting dad’s girlfriend to spa day over mom. NTA

Commenter questions mother’s entitlement to spa day invitation.

Sweet NTA moment, mending mother-daughter bond

Reflective behavior earns commenter NTA status

Selective parenting? NTA for inviting dad’s girlfriend to spa.

Teen invites dad’s girlfriend to spa day, snubs mom. NTA comment suggests involving mom in tennis matches.

Don’t force a relationship, NTA made the right call
