Being a new parent is tough, but even tougher when you have no help. One mother turned to her mother for assistance, only to be turned down repeatedly. After months of feeling alone and unsupported, she finally asked her mother for help in a desperate situation. When her mother refused, she cut off all contact and denied her mother a relationship with her grandson. Was she wrong to do so?
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Mom denied access to grandson over lack of empathy and help.
Grandma denied access to grandson for not offering help. AITA?
Mother refuses to help with grandchild, daughter cuts her off
A mother struggling with postpartum depression and a demanding job is denied help by her mother. After months of feeling unsupported and isolated, the daughter cuts her mother off and denies her access to her grandson. Is the daughter justified in her decision, or is she being too harsh on her mother? Read on to find out.
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