A Belgian woman is facing backlash from her American in-laws for refusing to take her husband's last name after their wedding. Despite it being the law in Belgium, the woman's in-laws were outraged and called her a "petty feminist b*tch" during a recent Zoom call.
The situation escalated with the in-laws sending hateful messages, causing her fiancé to become conflicted. Read on to find out how the woman is dealing with this situation and whether she is truly in the wrong.
A woman's decision to keep her maiden name after marriage has sparked a heated debate with her future in-laws. The woman, who lives in Belgium, explained to her fiancé's family that it is illegal for women to take their husband's last name in her country. Despite this, his mother and father launched a vicious attack on her, with his father even resorting to name-calling.
The woman's parents have also urged her to change her name to avoid further conflict. While the fiancé is caught in the middle, he has promised to support his partner's decision. The incident has left the woman feeling shocked and upset, and she has turned to Reddit for advice.
Many have rallied behind her, but others have criticized her for not compromising to keep the peace. What do you think? Is it important for women to take their husband's last name, or should it be a personal choice? Share your thoughts below about the situation.
