Ever felt the tug-of-war between your own needs and those of a friend? ♀️ Meet our single, hardworking lady, who’s caught in a whirlwind of personal challenges and a job switch. Her friend? A stay-at-home mom, juggling life with a toddler and a seemingly absent partner. The twist? The mom-friend expects our heroine to lend a hand during her much-needed break. Let’s dive into this complex tale of friendship, boundaries, and babies.
The Mom-Friend’s Expectations
A History of Helping Hands
A Much-Needed Break ️
The Clash of Expectations ⚔️
The Plea for Help
Standing Her Ground ️
The Hints and Guilt Trips
The Counter-Argument
The Unresolved Conflict ️
The Burning Question
Self-Care vs. Friendship: A Delicate Balance
Our single lady is caught in a dilemma. She’s been a supportive friend, helping with errands and babysitting. But now, she’s at a crossroads, dealing with personal issues and a job change. She craves a break, some ‘me time’. But her mom-friend seems to have other plans for her. The friend hints at needing help, but our heroine stands her ground, suggesting alternatives. Yet, the friend’s excuses persist, leaving the question hanging: Is she wrong for prioritizing her own needs? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this…
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“NTA: If you don’t really, really, *really*, *really*, **REALLY**, **REALLY** want kids…DON’T HAVE THEM. “
“NTA. It’s her and her bfs baby, and if you need time for yourself that’s okay. If she needs help and her bf won’t, it’s still not your problem.” ♀️
“NTA. Not your kid, not your responsibility. Take care of yourself, you deserve your down time. Closed mouths don’t get fed. “
NTA. Take a break from your friend to reduce stress
NTA: Don’t let her guilt you into being her personal assistant
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Setting boundaries: Friends should respect personal time and relaxation
NTA. Boundaries matter. Take care of yourself first.
Friendship boundaries and parenting responsibilities: NTA, not a babysitter
Not co-parenting? Definitely not the a**hole!
NTA. Enjoy your ‘me time’ and recharge your batteries!
NTA! Boundaries are important. Let her handle it with her partner
NTA. Enjoy your vacation and recharge!
Friend wants to take advantage of your kindness. NTA
NTA: Friend needs to plan better and handle things herself
Friend wants free childcare, reconsider friendship
NTA. Enjoy your ‘me time’ and set boundaries with friends
You’re not responsible. Time to drop this “friend”
Boundaries and babies: NTA, not your kid, not your problem
Parenthood isn’t all cute clothes and quiet sleeping babies
SAHM acknowledges boundaries, suggests friend needs to take the hint
NTA. Your friend’s overwhelmed, but your feelings are valid
Friendship boundaries: NTA, don’t be her permanent problem solver
Putting yourself first isn’t selfish, it’s self-care!
NTA, SAHM trying to pass off housework, lazy and rude ♀️
Putting yourself first is not selfish
Not the a**hole for not wanting to take care of someone else’s baby
Overwhelmed friend declines dentist invitation due to busy schedule
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Boundaries and babies: Helping a friend vs. personal time
NTA. Not your baby, not your problem
Set boundaries and charge for babysitting. No sweat off your back.
