Meet our 38-year-old protagonist, his 33-year-old wife, and his 19-year-old son. After a financial setback, the family had to downsize to a one-bedroom apartment, which meant the son stopped staying over. Now that they’re back on their feet, they’re about to purchase a three-bedroom home. With a baby on the way, the second bedroom is obviously reserved for the little one. However, the third bedroom has become a battleground between the wife and our protagonist.
The Three-Bedroom Dilemma ️

Downsizing and Upsizing ️

Back on Their Feet

Baby on Board

The Bedroom Battle Begins

Son’s Financial Struggles

Wife’s Furious Reaction

Grown Adult or Gamer?

Father’s Defense ️

Wife’s Counterargument ️

A**hole Accusations

A Sincere Thank You

Reflective Moments

Family Meeting Time

Alternative Solutions

Reducing Wife’s Stress ♀️

The Great Bedroom Debate: Who’s Right? ♀️
As the family prepares to move into their new three-bedroom home, tensions rise over the third bedroom’s purpose. The protagonist wants it for his son, while his wife insists on a guest room. After a heated argument, they turn to the internet for advice. The overwhelming response? Our protagonist is the a**hole for stressing his pregnant wife. After some reflection, he agrees and considers alternative solutions, like helping his son with rent for his own place. Will this family find a resolution that works for everyone? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ️♀️
“NTA. Compromise: set up room for son and guests. “

NTA: Your son should always feel welcome in your home

“Gonna go against the grain, YTA. Sort of.”

INFO: Will you set fair rules for cleaning without nagging?
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NTA. Wife’s concerns valid, but son’s needs should be prioritized.

NTA, compromise needed. Room can serve as both bedroom and guest room.

ESH/NAH: Wife’s pregnancy stress vs son’s messy behavior and rudeness

Guest room or son’s room? Discussing future plans.

Spouse refuses son’s room: A**hole move? Commenters weigh in.

Debate over son’s spare bedroom reveals broken family dynamics.

Dealing with a disrespectful son: set boundaries and expectations.

“Wife refuses stepson’s room: YTA or reasonable concern? “

Son wants spare bedroom, mom wants stability. Who’s right?

“YTA for not considering your wife’s needs during pregnancy. “

“YTA. Dodging questions and being stubborn won’t help your case. “

Boundaries for son’s room causing conflict. YTA for not compromising.
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Son moves in with dad, wife overwhelmed. YTA for timing.

YTA for expecting your wife to sacrifice for your son

INFO: Specify the arrangement and expect adult contributions.

Compromise: Share the room between son and wife’s sister’s family

ESH: Adult son, pregnant wife, time for a Get Out plan.

Struggling son seeks spare room: NTA, compromise needed.

ESH. Wife wants a home with husband but should accept son.

YTA. The wife has a point.

“YTA. Prioritize your wife and newborn during this chaotic time.”

Last Updated on February 7, 2024 by Diply Social Team