Get ready for a birthday battle royale! When a baby’s birth collides with Veteran’s Day, sparks are bound to fly! Join us as we dive into the dilemma of a military wife torn between celebrating her newborn’s special day and honoring her husband’s service to the country. With emotions running high and traditions at stake, this couple must navigate the minefield of holiday planning. Will they find a compromise that satisfies both sides, or will this birthday bash turn into a full-blown family feud? Let’s find out!
Baby’s Birthday Bash or Veteran’s Day Dilemma?

Bundle of Joy Arrives on Veteran’s Day!

️ Hubby Demands Holiday Planning in Advance!

Mom’s Plan: Baby’s B-day on 11/11, Vet’s Dinner Next Day ️

Hubby Says: Disrespecting Military Service! ♂️

Hubby’s Vet Status: Service Disabled, Lost Friends in Combat

Modest Military Man & Wonderful Hubby/Dad

Respectful Resolution Ahead, No Divorce Drama!

AITA for Prioritizing Baby’s B-day over Vet’s Day?

Birthday Battle: Baby vs. Veteran! Who Will Prevail?
In this heart-wrenching tale, a military wife finds herself caught between a rock and a hard place. Her bundle of joy arrived on the same day the nation honors its veterans, and now she must choose between celebrating her baby’s first birthday or paying tribute to her husband’s military service. The hubby, a modest yet proud veteran, insists on keeping Veteran’s Day sacred, even if it means postponing their son’s birthday bash. But the mom believes their little one’s special day should take precedence. With emotions running high and no resolution in sight, this couple is left wondering: is there a way to honor both the baby and the brave? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this birthday battle royale!
Military vet calls out prioritizing Veterans Day over child’s birthday

Birthday over Veteran’s Day? Dad cares more about recognition

Celebrating a loved one’s birthday is more important than tradition

Spouse monopolizing Veterans Day for birthday? Selfish ♂️

Prioritizing a birthday over a veteran’s day is insensitive
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://static.diply.com/70820eaa-3cd7-495b-a482-d7b6b645cd5b.png)
Veteran dad shares his perspective on military family priorities.

Proud military family member supports dad’s birthday celebration choice.

Military dad prioritizes birthday over son’s milestone. NTA comment with practical advice.

Discussion on Veteran’s Day and birthday plans for son.

Veteran dad prioritizes son’s birthday over Veterans Day. NTA

Redditors agree: Veterans Day < kid's birthday. NTA

Veteran couple shares their perspective on not celebrating Veterans Day.

Celebrating Veteran’s Day with a dinner: yay or nay?

NTA, but the dad needs to get used to kid’s birthdays

Does thanking a veteran justify bad birthday behavior?

Prioritizing son’s birthday is crucial , husband can celebrate later

Curious about Veterans Day dinner tradition. Keep celebrating birthdays

Putting children first on their birthday is non-negotiable

Putting your child first always comes first

Father and child share special birthday, NTA for not conceding.

Prioritizing family over personal desires. NTA

NTA prioritizes birthday over minor holiday; suggests moving party to weekend.

Concerned comment suggests husband may need mental health support

Prioritizing self over child’s birthday is a no-go

Spouse’s entitlement questioned in heartfelt NTA comment.

NTA stands up against weird Veterans Day celebration.

NTA commenter calls out entitled veteran dad for his behavior.

Veteran dad prioritizes Veterans Day over child’s birthday

Husband prioritizes Veteran’s Day over son’s birthday? NTA

Putting service over son’s bday? NTA. Family first

Prioritizing child’s birthday over Veterans Day, husband needs to adjust. NTA

Veteran’s self-image invested in being a veteran, needs to move on. NTA

Celebrate both events! NTA suggests a reasonable compromise
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://static.diply.com/b901ee08-392d-4dbf-8ad6-f5a14241187b.png)
Supportive comment calling out husband’s ego, NTA

Fiancé calls out absurdity, stereotypes and fake patriotism.

NTA commenter shares perspective on Veterans Day, criticizes husband’s behavior.

Veteran dad receives support from fellow veterans on birthday dispute.

Prioritizing minor holiday over own child? NTA wins.

NTA comment suggests leaving military husband for being selfish.

Veteran dad not upset about bday, ask military subreddit

Celebrate both! Have a Veterans Day breakfast and birthday party.

Retired veteran defends wife’s decision over husband’s childishness. NTA

Serving in the military doesn’t define you, NTA prioritizes family

Exploring the meaning and celebration of Veteran’s Day

Celebrating two occasions on the same day is reasonable.

Mom criticized by husband for son’s birthday on Veteran’s Day. NTA.

Prioritizing family over self is crucial. Celebrate both birthdays

Celebrate both dad and baby on the same day!

Veteran wife advises dad to prioritize being a father first ❤️

Celebrate both on the same day, US has 2 holidays

Putting the child’s birthday first, NTA

Celebrate son’s birthday and Veterans Day on the same day! NTA

Veteran commenter calls out husband’s obnoxious behavior, suggests therapy.

Can’t celebrate both? Manufacturing unnecessary marital problem.

Disrespectful comment about Veteran’s service, no replies.

Celebrate both days, no need to make it a big ordeal

Husband struggling to adjust to sharing attention with son. NTA

Father’s lack of appreciation for coincidence sparks outrage
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://static.diply.com/09efe2a5-fec9-41cb-bf15-09e61ea3d0ae.png)
A humorous take on the idea of thanking an infant for service

Celebrate kid’s b-day on another day for first 8 years NTA

A fellow vet calls out the husband’s behavior on Veterans Day

Celebrating both occasions on the same day is a great idea

A comment on veteran fetishizing and living in the present.

Military families have a different perspective on Veterans Day

Parental dilemma: How to celebrate a baby’s birthday on Thanksgiving?

Husband dismisses child’s birthday for daily routine, NTA for wife

Celebrating military service: NTA’s experience and advice for OP.

Celebrating both holidays on the same day is a fair compromise

Prioritizing child’s birthday over husband’s: Valid or selfish?

Discussion on the significance of Veterans Day

Entitled new vet prioritizes holiday over child? Yikes
![Image credit: [deleted] | [deleted]](https://static.diply.com/fab17913-afc9-4862-82cb-26cbbc04dace.png)
Compromising on birthday and veteran’s day celebrations.

Military service should not be prioritized over family. NTA

Curious Redditor asks about husband’s long-term plan for son’s birthday

Choosing between a birthday and childbirth can cause headaches forever. NTA

Veteran commenter explains why Veterans Day isn’t that special.

Veteran dad and son combine birthdays for free food, NTA.

Plan bday party on weekend when Veterans Day falls on 11th

Veteran parent prioritizes family birthdays over own service celebration
