Picture this: you’re invited to a couples retreat with your partner, but can’t find a babysitter for your kids. You’d expect your partner to stay back with you, right? Well, not in this case! Our protagonist, a 29-year-old woman, found herself in this exact situation. Her boyfriend, however, decided to go on the retreat without her, leaving her feeling hurt and betrayed. Let’s dive into the story and see what went down.
The Couples Retreat Invitation

The Romantic Getaway

Babysitter Hunt Begins ️♀️

No Help from Family

Boyfriend’s Lack of Effort

The Unexpected Departure

Confrontation Time ⏰

The Shocking Response

The Heartbreaking Departure

Her Response

The Argument Continues

His Accusation

The Ultimate Betrayal?
So, our protagonist is left feeling abandoned and hurt after her boyfriend decides to go on a couples retreat without her, simply because she couldn’t find a babysitter for her kids. To make matters worse, he accuses her of being overdramatic when she confronts him about his lack of effort in helping her find a sitter. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
Partner ditches woman for retreat, she’s NTA. Lack of communication.

NTA commenter advises woman to dump selfish and deluded boyfriend

Woman expects BF to arrange childcare for her kids, ESH.
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Partner goes on couples retreat without you?

Poor communication led to a messy situation for everyone involved

Relationship advice: Soft YTA comment suggests rethinking the relationship.

BF ditches GF for couples retreat, commenters support her (NTA)

User thinks OP is the a**hole for expecting too much.

BF not responsible for sitter, but reacted poorly. ESH

Commenter calls out entitlement and lack of context in post.

Does her boyfriend avoid asking his family for help?

User questions OP’s labeling of grandmother as ‘deadbeat’

Perception vs. reality in defining family

Entitled OP gets called out for expecting too much. ♀️

Both sides have valid points, but communication is key.

Woman’s boyfriend arranges childcare for kids that aren’t his. ESH.
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Couples retreats are for couples, not trios. NTA.

Sympathetic commenter suggests the possibility of a third wheel.

BF’s behavior towards her kids may have led to breakup. ESH ♀️

Pre-paid couples retreat causes conflict. NAH/YTA judgement, luxury perks

Hilarious response to BF ditching for couples retreat alone!

Entitled OP gets called out for expecting too much. ♀️

Partner unwilling to take responsibility for shared commitment.
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Partner ditches woman for retreat, both at fault. ♀️

Let him go and have fun without you. YTA.

Defending the BF’s couples retreat, calm down people ☺

Partner values alone time over family, red flag alert!

Is it a red flag if your partner doesn’t accept your kids?

Supportive comment acknowledges passive aggression, encourages resolution.

Passive-aggressive behavior in relationships, time to move on?

Communication is key! ️ Speak up and clarify assumptions. NTA.

Don’t break up over every silly statement, YTA but not AH.

Parenting responsibility debate with no clear verdict

User calls out OP for being the a**hole, no replies.

BF ditches GF for couples retreat, leaves her to find sitter. NTA
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NTA’s BF goes on couples retreat without telling her

Is it okay to go on a couples retreat alone?

Controversial comment calls out OP for being the a**hole.

ESH, he’s being petty with FOMO pics, both childish.

Red flag alert: BF ditches family for couples retreat.

Boyfriend prioritizes bros over girlfriend, may regret it later.

User suspects OP left out details, calls YTA.

Retreat refundable? Commenter needs more info before judging OP.
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Woman cancels couples retreat, expects BF to cancel too. YTA.

BF’s lack of communication and insensitive behavior leads to ESH judgement

Moving in with partner with kids means taking responsibility.

User suspects BF resents her kids, not cheating.

Partner ditches woman for retreat, commenter shares MIL struggles. NTA
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User calls out OP for being TA in couples retreat argument

Is the boyfriend trying to provoke a breakup?

Curious about payment and recurring issue. No replies yet.

Expecting BF to find childcare is ESH. He’s petty, too.

Partner feels excluded due to unclear role with kids. ESH.

Partner not an a**hole for wanting time with friends without SO.

Concerned commenter asks for more background information about the situation.

Partner prioritizes couples retreat over family, blames her for kids. NTA

User calls out OP for being TA for not finding a babysitter

BF gives 1 week notice for couples retreat, blames GF for sitter.

Lack of communication and effort led to BF’s retreat ditch.

Harsh truth about the future of a 4-year relationship

User calls out OP for passive-aggressive behavior and sabotaging trip

User calls out OP for being a leech. Yikes!

Woman blamed for not pulling her weight on couples retreat. YTA.

Suspicious circumstances surrounding boyfriend’s sudden couples retreat plans.

Partner goes on couples retreat without you, sends pics. NTA.

Don’t jump to conclusions! Let your partner enjoy his trip!

Partner may be checking out due to parenting stress. Talk needed.

BF goes alone to couples’ retreat, childcare not coordinated. ESH.

Communication breakdown leads to selfish behavior. Take responsibility for kids.

ESH. Partner prioritized friends, but communication and boundaries needed for resolution.
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Be responsible and considerate when making plans with others.

Communication breakdown leads to ESH judgement.

Commenter questions the validity of the story.
