Divorce can be tough on everyone, especially when new relationships are formed. In this story, a teenage girl finds herself in a tricky situation when her mom’s boyfriend unexpectedly shows up at the door. She’s only met him a few times, and her mom isn’t home. So, what’s a girl to do? Let him in or stand her ground? Read on to find out what happened and if you think she made the right choice.
Divorced Parents & New Relationships

Mom’s Boyfriend: A Stranger?

Alone Time at Home

Dad’s Just a Call Away

A Forgotten Dress & A Change of Plans

The Dress Discovery

Unexpected Visitor

A Tug-of-War at the Door

The Standoff Continues

Protecting Her Space

Angry Exit

Mom & Boyfriend’s Reaction

Calling Dad for Backup

Mom’s Accusation

A Teen’s Dilemma: Safety or Courtesy?
Caught in an unexpected situation, this teenage girl made a decision to protect her space and not let her mom’s boyfriend into the house when her mom wasn’t home. She hardly knows the guy, and she felt uncomfortable letting him in. However, her mom and the boyfriend were not happy with her choice, accusing her of being rude and making a big deal out of it. Was she just being cautious, or did she cross a line? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this situation…
Mom’s BF overreacts, commenter says NTA for refusing entry

Trust your gut, NTA. He disrespected your boundaries and insulted you

Mom’s boyfriend berates teen in her own home. NTA wins.

NTA. Commenter suggests talking to dad for safety concerns.

Protecting oneself from potential abusers is always justified. NTA

Moving in with father may be safer. NTA.

Setting boundaries is important! NTA for standing up for yourself

Safety first! NTA for refusing mom’s BF entry. Dad’s supportive

Mom’s boyfriend should respect boundaries. NTA for setting them.

Empathetic reply to mother’s boyfriend situation.

Safety first! Commenter supports teen’s decision to refuse mom’s BF.

Mom’s boyfriend’s behavior is concerning, rely on dad for help

Teen refuses mom’s BF entry, commenter suggests he may end up in prison.
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Protective comment warns of potential danger, advises caution.

Teen refuses to let mom’s BF in and gets called ‘rude brat’. NTA

Standing up to mom’s boyfriend: NTA and stick to it!

Mom’s boyfriend berated teen for no reason. NTA for standing up.

Teen’s refusal to let mom’s BF in was justified. NTA

Respecting boundaries is key, even if it hurts.

Teen stands up to mom’s boyfriend, gets no support from mom

Deeply unsettling behavior from mom’s BF, NTA for refusing entry.

Trusting your gut is important for safety. NTA

Mom’s boyfriend made daughter uncomfortable, dad stepped in. Justice served

Creepy mom’s boyfriend doubles down on invite, stay safe.

Teen stands up to mom’s BF: NTA for setting boundaries

Teen refuses mom’s BF entry, internet agrees: NTA

Teen defends not letting mom’s boyfriend in, raises concerns.

NTA. Take steps to protect yourself and communicate with trusted adults.

Trust your instincts. NTA for setting boundaries and prioritizing safety.

Trust your instincts and avoid the creep.

OP stands up to mom’s sketchy boyfriend, internet approves
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Trust your gut and stay safe. NTA

Mom’s boyfriend made her uncomfortable, NTA for setting boundaries

Safety first! Teen has the right to feel safe at home

Feeling unsafe at home? NTA for setting boundaries

Mom’s BF overreacts, commenter says NTA for standing ground.

OP concerned about mom’s BF, seeks advice to stay safe

Putting safety first , commenter praised for standing up to mom’s bf.

Teen refuses to let mom’s BF in, comment defends her.

Setting boundaries: Teen stands up to mom’s BF.

Mom’s boyfriend behaves badly, teen not in the wrong

Mom’s BF tries to control teen, commenters agree NTA

Teen stands up to mom’s BF, praised for maturity and courage

Protecting yourself from a man you barely know? NTA

Setting boundaries with mom’s boyfriend, NTA comment gets support

Teen sets boundaries with mom’s BF, mom fails to defend.

Empowering advice on trusting your instincts and setting boundaries.

Stay safe and stand your ground against mom’s BF

Teen’s decision to refuse mom’s BF entry is justified

Mother puts daughter in unsafe situation with mom’s boyfriend

Good job for being safe and setting boundaries!

Safety first! NTA for not letting mom’s BF in

Red flags raised by mom’s boyfriend’s behavior. Stay safe.

Mother’s boyfriend danger statistics justify teen’s actions. NTA

Safety first! Teen’s decision to refuse mom’s BF justified
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Protecting oneself from entitled people is important.

Safety first! Commenter praises teen’s decision to prioritize comfort.

Teen refuses mom’s BF entry, NTA. Mother fails at parenting.

Setting boundaries with mom’s BF. NTA

Age matters: OP’s mom’s bf behavior is unacceptable at any age

Teen refuses to let mom’s BF in for safety concerns

Safety first! Support for NTA’s overreaction to stranger danger

Mom’s boyfriend’s behavior raises red flags, commenter advises caution. NTA

Teen’s refusal to let mom’s BF in justified, comment argues.

Teen sets boundaries with mom’s BF, NTA. Stay safe

Trust your gut and prioritize safety. NTA

Choosing dad over mom’s BF. NTA and distrustful of mom.

Trust your instincts, stay safe, and talk to your mom.

Stranger danger! Teen makes right call, mom’s BF shady

Setting boundaries with mom’s bf: NTA or rude?

Girl refuses mom’s BF entry, deemed right by commenter. Offers advice.

Teen stands up to mom’s disrespectful boyfriend, NTA

Mom’s boyfriend prioritizes himself over teen’s comfort and safety. NTA.

Teen refuses to let mom’s BF in and receives support.

Teen feels unsafe with mom’s BF, NTA for setting boundaries.

Safety first! Commenter defends teen’s decision to prioritize safety
