Buckle up, folks, because we've got a doozy of a family drama on our hands! 😱 When relationships get complicated and new babies enter the picture, it's like navigating a minefield of emotions and expectations. 💣 In this story, one woman finds herself caught between her ex-husband, his son, and her own surprise bundle of joy. 👶 Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of confusion, hurt feelings, and the age-old question: who's the a-hole here? 🎢
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This story is a tangled web of family dynamics that would make even the most seasoned soap opera writer's head spin! 📺 Our protagonist finds herself in the middle of a brotherly battle between her ex-husband's son and her own daughter's half-brother. 👦👦 When she tries to gently explain the situation to the confused 5-year-old, all hell breaks loose! 🔥 Her ex is furious, accusing her of being too harsh, while she's just trying to avoid future heartbreak. 💔 So, what does the internet think? Is she an a-hole for setting boundaries, or is she just being a responsible adult in a messy situation? 🤔 Let's dive into the juicy details and see what kind of drama unfolds! 🍿
Dad's influence on son's beliefs. NTA stands their ground.
Bitter-Conflict-4089 | Bitter-Conflict-4089
A comment highlights how the woman's actions were hurtful to her ex's son.
JJSweetPea | JJSweetPea
Setting boundaries is important, don't let him lie to you 👍
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NTA but stop babysitting him 🚫
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NTA, but consider stopping babysitting Caden to avoid confusion 🙏
Such-Awareness-2960 | Such-Awareness-2960
Renouncing maternal relationship with ex's son caused hurt feelings. ESH.
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Revealing the truth can sometimes be hurtful and unnecessary 😢
relliotts | relliotts
Upset commenter calls out YTAs for downvoting. Advises OP to have gone no contact instead of confusing and hurting the child.
LiosIsHere | LiosIsHere
Defending the kid, condemning OP. YTA 😠
Lonny-zone | Lonny-zone
Suggests stepping away from the situation to avoid hurting the child 🙏
Logical_Ad_1383 | Logical_Ad_1383
Ex's son saw her as mom, but she doesn't care. ESH.
Serious-Day5968 | Serious-Day5968
Being honest with a child is better than lying. 👍
weedwench33 | weedwench33
Being honest with kids about family is important for their development 👍
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Ex-husband forced mother role on OP, 5 year old understands genetics 👍
McflyThrowaway01 | McflyThrowaway01
A heartbreaking situation where everyone just wants to belong 😢
aeryn97 | aeryn97
Don't have to take on mother role. Ex is the AH.
ssddalways | ssddalways
Clear explanation, not your fault. NTA 👍
Oscarorangecat | Oscarorangecat
NTA stood up for herself and her child against her cheating ex.
chuckinhoutex | chuckinhoutex
Establishing clear family relations can be tough 😢. NTA.
sci_fi_bi | sci_fi_bi
Ex is biggest a**hole. ESH but your care for Caden understandable 😢
embopbopbopdoowop | embopbopbopdoowop
Advice to bow out of complicated situation with empathy.
chad___bane | chad___bane
Being civil with ex and their kid is commendable. No wrongs.
Top-Ad-2676 | Top-Ad-2676
Telling the truth was the right thing to do 👍
Mediocre_Mode6976 | Mediocre_Mode6976
Being a mom is how YOU felt. For Caden it's emotional 💫. He's felt like you are his family and he's devastated.
DorotheaBrooke12 | DorotheaBrooke12
Setting boundaries is important, but the approach matters. YTA.
Gray_Twilight | Gray_Twilight
Divorced woman's still babysitting ex's son causing confusion. NTA.
liquiditygentleman | liquiditygentleman
Being a stepmother doesn't give you the right to be cruel 😔
sonny-v2-point-0 | sonny-v2-point-0
Breaking the news to Caden would be cruel. NTA.
GenCavox | GenCavox
NTA. Ex had an affair and OP assisted to raise child.
mamallama12116 | mamallama12116
Being honest about family ties, NTA. Spread truth not lies 👍
depressivedarling | depressivedarling
Ex needs to stay in his lane 🙅
Its_Like_Whatever_OK | Its_Like_Whatever_OK
Being a role model to your ex's son is important 👍
thepinkyoohoo | thepinkyoohoo
Explaining the truth to your ex's son. NTA situation.
melissa3670 | melissa3670
NTA. Leaving an affair-child doesn't make you responsible for them. 👍
EvokeWonder | EvokeWonder
Cutting off the child is best for everyone involved 👍
mikesbabymomma81 | mikesbabymomma81
You may not be his mom, but he sees you as one 😔
allyoops2000 | allyoops2000
Honesty is the best policy with kids 👍
Boomshrooom | Boomshrooom
Being a biological mother is not the only way to care. YTA.
ChanceApollo | ChanceApollo
Being truthful without hurting. Great job! 👍
1QueenLaqueefa1 | 1QueenLaqueefa1
Brutal honesty hurts, but it's still honesty. NTA 👍
RichPerformance2369 | RichPerformance2369
NTA, OP. Some comments are ridiculous. She has no responsibility.
codeverity | codeverity
Setting boundaries with ex's child. Don't be a doormat 🙌
Any_Time3277 | Any_Time3277
Controversial family dynamic raises eyebrows 😱
Snowconetypebanana | Snowconetypebanana
Being honest about sibling relationship, NTA. 👍
Commercial_Yellow344 | Commercial_Yellow344
Caden sees her as mom, but she's not his sister. 😢
redflynot28 | redflynot28
Exit his life if you're uncomfortable with him as family 👋
kukilicious | kukilicious
Setting the record straight with kids is important. 👍
AffectionateCable793 | AffectionateCable793
Choosing honesty with the child over confusion is NTA 👍
Silent_Syd241 | Silent_Syd241
Honesty is the best policy. 👍
RealTalkFastWalk | RealTalkFastWalk
Brutal honesty or unnecessary cruelty? Babysitting dilemma discussed.
Possible_Yogurt_1827 | Possible_Yogurt_1827
NTA but tough love may be necessary 😢
notenough5756 | notenough5756
NTA, but setting boundaries and having a conversation is important 👍
AugustNClementine | AugustNClementine
Ex cheated, still cared for his son, but not the mother.
HannahAnthonia | HannahAnthonia
Ex's misunderstanding of conversation incites doubt on his fidelity. 🤔
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Telling the truth to your ex's son - NTA or TA? 🤔
Marshmallowloverx | Marshmallowloverx
Being an enabler and caring for ex's son: ESH
Shephrah | Shephrah
NTA. OP receives well-deserved praise for raising ex's affair child.
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NTA for setting boundaries with your ex's son 👏
Knife-yWife-y | Knife-yWife-y
Responsible adult takes care of ex's son, gets blamed. NTA 👌
Awesome_one_forever | Awesome_one_forever
NTA. Redditors pointing out low bar of motherhood and ex's trap.
Minimum_Ad_4120 | Minimum_Ad_4120
NTA. Ex's affair baby deserves to know the truth. 👏
Enough-Attention-430 | Enough-Attention-430
Take control and cut him off! 😤
zemer88 | zemer88
Redeemed! Commenter praises OP for being a saint. NTA 🙌
ElectricalDrama3558 | ElectricalDrama3558
Ex expects OP to raise product of his affair? NTA 👍
PutTheKettleOn20 | PutTheKettleOn20
"Not the a-hole" for telling stepchild they're not your kid 😎
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Boundaries must be drawn with ex's child. Don't confuse him 🙇
Medium_Classroom2600 | Medium_Classroom2600
Ex's custody and childcare are a mess 🤷🏼♀️
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You don't owe him for life. NTA 👍
CoochieCoochieCoup | CoochieCoochieCoup
Adopted son's struggles with labels and feelings 😢
JolyonFolkett | JolyonFolkett
No bio or adoptive tie. NTA for not considering Caden sibling. 👍
NotYourMommyDear | NotYourMommyDear
Support for standing up to entitled ex's son 👏
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Setting boundaries with an ex's child can be messy 😢
InfamousApricot3507 | InfamousApricot3507
Breaking the bonds with the past and focusing on new family 👏
No_Pepper_3676 | No_Pepper_3676
Set boundaries with ex's kid to avoid further expectations. NTA.
Anon_classybabe | Anon_classybabe
Truthful explanation without being a jerk 🙌
queertheories | queertheories
Cutting off ex's son may have consequences, but boundaries needed 🙏
Mikapea | Mikapea
