Being a teenager is hard enough, but when you have to share a room with a crying baby, it can be unbearable. That’s the situation this Reddit user found himself in when his parents moved his baby brother into his room temporarily. Despite his frustration, he tried to be patient until one night when he had had enough. He moved the baby’s crib to his parents’ room and locked his door. The next day, his parents were angry and accused him of being unfair. Was he in the wrong? Read on to find out what the Reddit community had to say.
Big brother takes action to get some sleep

Sibling struggles with baby brother’s temporary sleepover in his room

Teen wants baby brother to have his own room.

Teen takes matters into their own hands for crying sibling

Teen takes charge, locks door to give baby brother peaceful sleep

Teen learns a lesson in family togetherness and fairness

Sibling conflict over baby brother’s room with AITA vibe

Teen locks crying baby brother in parents’ room
A teenager frustrated with his non-stop crying baby brother moved his crib to his parents’ bedroom and locked the door. The teen’s parents had planned for the baby to sleep in the room downstairs, but renovations delayed it. As a result, the baby slept in the teen’s room, causing disturbances to his sleep. After repeatedly asking when the baby’s room would be ready, the teen decided to take matters into his own hands. His parents were angry but eventually gave in, keeping the baby in their room. However, the next day, the teen’s father was upset since he was woken up when the baby needed his mother’s attention. The teen’s mother accused him of being unfair and not helping the family. What do you think? Is the teen in the wrong? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Teen forced to take care of crying baby brother, not the a-hole.

Teen receives praise for helping during the day

Teen’s parents prioritize convenience over older child’s sleep and health. NTA

NTA. Baby should be in same room as parents for first 6 months. Dad should pitch in.

Siblings as live-in servants? DIY room in 4 days!

Teen’s actions justified, commenters support not being family’s caregiver. ✅
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Commenter defends teen’s right to quality sleep

Teen takes care of crying baby while parents sleep. NTA.

Taking responsibility for someone else’s kid? NTA strikes back

Teen brother takes responsibility for newborn, but parents should step up. NTA

Teen moves baby’s bed to parents’ room – NTA wins

Sibling prioritizes baby’s safety, predicts parents’ reaction.

NTA. It’s not your job to parent your brother ♀️

Sibling responsibility or parent irresponsibility?

Sibling solidarity Teen defends his sleep and boundaries

Sleep deprived sibling seeks justice for disturbed slumber.

Teen rightfully refuses to be overnight babysitter for baby brother

Agree, NTA. Parents shifting baby responsibility to sibling is not fair.

Sibling moves baby’s bed to parents’ room, sparks debate

Teen defends not helping with middle of the night baby duties.

Teen receives support for not wanting to care for baby brother

Sibling boundaries respected. Leo is their child, not yours.

Don’t let them guilt-trip you into babysitting

Commenter defends teen’s decision to prioritize their own sleep

Supporting family without overstepping boundaries. NTA

Mother shoves crying baby with teen brother, NTA for protesting

NTA for moving baby’s bed but parents need to compromise

Oldest siblings can relate NTA for setting boundaries.
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Sibling love or sibling duty?

Sibling boundaries are important.

Teen moves baby brother’s bed to parents’ room, calls out lazy dad

Sibling stands up for boundaries with crying baby. #RespectfulNTA

Compromise by moving crib to another room. NTA!

Respect boundaries and responsibility in parenting.

Don’t let them inconvenience you, hold your ground

Being a responsible sibling without overstepping boundaries.

Standing up to parentification with NTA. ✊

Teen moves baby to parents’ room, NTA for being responsible

Sibling takes responsibility for lazy parents.

Standing up for oneself and siblings.

Suggests an alternative sleeping arrangement for baby brother’s crying.

Supporting boundaries NTA for respecting personal space.

Teen forced to care for baby brother, commenters support NTA.

NTA for moving baby brother to parents’ room, expert recommendations ignored.

Teen prioritizes education and family planning. NTA

Teen’s decision to move baby brother and lock door justified

Teen takes charge in parenting dispute with immature parents

Set boundaries and prioritize self-care.

Parental responsibility.

Sibling boundaries: NTA for locking your door at night

Mom should take one for the team. NTA

Teen takes charge and moves baby to parents’ room. #NTA

Sibling defends himself against irresponsible parents. ♂️

Sibling dilemma solved with a little sacrifice and snoring avoidance
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Taking responsibility for your own actions

Pregnant commenter agrees that older sibling is NTA

Responsible teen sets boundaries for caring for their siblings

Outrage over alleged abuse of baby by older sibling

Sibling feud? Teen moves baby brother’s bed to parents’ room

Teen moves crying baby brother’s bed, stands up for himself #NTA

Support for moving baby brother and following AAP recommendation

New parents struggle without help, but OP shouldn’t have to parent.

You’re not the a**hole for refusing to be a nighttime nanny ♀️

Parenting fails: Teen takes responsibility for crying baby brother.

Being a supportive sibling during sleepless nights
