Wife’s Ultimate Revenge: Maiden Name on Son’s Birth Certificate

We all know that conflicts over money can cause major rifts in relationships, but this story takes it to a whole new level. A husband and wife are at odds after he refused to pay for a private hospital for their son’s birth, and she retaliated by putting her maiden name on the child’s birth certificate. Tensions are high, and both sides of the family are getting involved. Let’s dive into this dramatic tale and see who’s really to blame.

The College Fund Conflict

Wife’s Request for Private Hospital

Husband Stands Firm on Free Hospital

Wife’s Ultimatum: Pay or Maiden Name

Husband Refuses, Wife Stops Bringing It Up

The Shocking Discovery

Husband’s Furious Reaction

Calling Her Petty and Vengeful

Family Gets Involved

Mother-in-Law’s Take on the Situation

Blaming Both Sides

Husband’s Parents Disagree

Family Feud Over Maiden Name Escalates

This intense family drama has everyone picking sides. The husband believes his wife is being petty and vengeful for putting her maiden name on their son’s birth certificate after he refused to pay for a private hospital. Meanwhile, her family thinks he’s partly to blame for not considering her needs and fears. Even the grandparents are getting involved, with his parents calling her unhinged and toxic. It’s a wild ride, and we can’t help but wonder if there’s any chance for resolution in this heated situation. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this messy ordeal…

NTA but INFO. OP should have considered other options to support wife’s desire for private care instead of dismissing her concerns. Possible divorce looming.

Deeper issues and male entitlement discussed amidst hospital dispute

YTA for dismissing wife’s concerns about childbirth and health care.

OP’s lack of listening leads to petty revenge and divorce

ESH. Wife for asking for college funds, husband for dismissing her concerns after c-section.

OP was called out for not exploring alternatives to pay for better care and refusing to negotiate. Commenters predict divorce and financial consequences. YTA.

NTA. Wife’s petty decision to give son only her name sparks concern.

YTA for not even trying to accommodate your wife’s concerns

INFO request for more context and stats, followed by YTA judgement and empathetic reply.

NTA commenter defends wife, sparks debate on blended families

Commenter questions the motive behind wife’s decision

Husband refuses to compromise on wife’s c-section, named son after maiden name. YTA.

Wife’s revenge on husband for not paying for private hospital is toxic

ESH couple argues after childbirth, MIL intervenes, commenters suggest counseling.

Husband disregards wife’s fears and yells at her post-surgery. YTA.

ESH, but husband mostly, for calling wife petty in front of family

Asking for context, but reminding to be kind

Commenter calls out YTA for lack of communication and compromise

Commenter calls out OP for lack of empathy during childbirth

User calls out OP for sexist behavior and lack of consideration

OP is called out for being dismissive of wife’s concerns

Engaging in a respectful dialogue about hospital options

OP gets what he deserves with potential child support/alimony

College fund is for son, not revenge. Give her space.

Surprising gender assumptions in naming children? Let’s discuss! ‍

Commenter calls out OP for being self-centered after wife’s c-section

Debate over hospital choice sparks AH judgement in birth certificate revenge

Commenter calls out OP for not compromising with wife. Replies predict divorce.

OP’s refusal to negotiate makes them AN too!

Money woes and communication issues lead to ESH verdict.

Money shouldn’t come from his account, but communication is key

Commenter asks important questions, doubts OP’s perspective.

Choosing a private hospital for birth during COVID: reasonable or not?

To change or not to change? The surname debate continues

What’s the missing info? Tell us, YTA.

Husband dismisses wife’s concerns during childbirth, gets called out

Commenter calls out OP for lack of empathy and negotiation

Ignoring wife’s concerns and refusing to negotiate makes YTA

Commenter suggests holding off on financial discussion for later

Husband’s entitlement causes public freakout over baby’s last name

Commenter accuses men of hating women. Yikes.

Couple’s financial and naming dispute leads to mutual AH behavior ‍♂️ ‍♀️

Commenter calls out dismissive behavior towards wife during childbirth

Partner ignores wife’s birth plan, called out for lack of support

Yelling at a new mom? Not cool. YTA

Mom wants maiden name on birth certificate. YTA backlash.