Your family should always come first in your priorities. Nevertheless, is there ever a moment when one may put themselves first without having to suffer from guilt sneaking up on them when no one is around? If so, when? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) and her parents had always been rather close. Her sister, however, never got along with her parents since they were constantly criticizing her and trying to control every move she made. As a result, t…

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Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. If there’s one thing about mother-in-law’s , it’s that you either love them or you hate them. They can be a pain in the butt, or your best friend. It’s no wonder there are so many nightmare stories about MIL’s demands, expectations, and overall rudeness towards their DIL’s. And don’t get me started on the way they baby their sons…half these MIL’s still wish they could clean their kid’s diapers. In this Reddit story, it centers about a MIL and D…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Having one’s first child is an exciting and exulting time in a woman’s life. The introduction to motherhood, the anticipation of newfound joy and love in your offspring, and the warmth of family will give any new mother that special glow. Now, most people in Western countries have around 2 children on average. When someone is on their 6th child, when does it come time to put an end to this facade of baby showers? The whole idea is to give gifts…

You ought not to demonstrate prejudice in your role as a parent. Having said that, how would you react if your partner openly expressed his preference for your son over your daughter? Would you strive to make up for your husband's lack of affection, or would you just put up with it and treat your children the same way? The story below is of a defensive mother. The original poster (OP) shares two children with her husband. Although OP has always loved her two children equally, it is clear that h…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. L iving a life predicated on lies can eat someone to their core. I couldn’t imagine hiding my reality from friends, family, or loved ones. Being open, earnest, and honest will save slews of headaches for the future. When you lie, you have to think about how it will affect the other person. Of course, we usually lie not only to be selfish, but to protect other people involved. It’s all about being guileful about keeping the lie a secret. In this Reddit thread,…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Having and raising children is a huge undertaking . A good parent has to always keep in mind the health and safety of their child. It’s a tough world out there, and protecting your kid (to a certain extent) is so much of your life when they’re young. If someone’s not fit for it, then they shouldn’t be having kids. In this Reddit thread, a woman’s best friend is the legal guardian o f her child. The child in question, Emma, has a severe nut alle…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. In this day and age, everything seems crazy and everything seems legitimate at the same time. With so many differing views it’s no wonder people can’t seem to get along. It’s not even that people have differing views, it’s that ideologies about anything have become so internalized and personalized to the point that the person really thinks it’s the hill they’ll croak on before they let it go and hear the other side. People need to detach themse…

You should always prioritize your family. That stated, are you to blame for the mistakes made by your father? Does your mother's happiness really require you to give up your own? The story below is an account of a frustrated daughter. The original poster (OP) just gave birth to her first child. OP and her spouse withheld from sharing the baby's name until after he or she was delivered. For this reason, when the baby was born, they were thrilled to announce the name they had chosen. However, upo…

Your primary focus should always be your family. Having said that, how would you feel if your family members began taking advantage of your kindness and generosity? The story below is an account of a dumbfounded uncle. The original poster (OP) took on the responsibility of looking after his niece. His niece became pregnant at a young age, so he paid for her entire high school and college education to make sure she continued to live life to the fullest and pursued her aspirations. OP believed th…

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The marriage contract is a legal agreement that upholds the holy bond of matrimony between you and your partner. The goal of marriage is to be everlasting. But when is it wise to separate? The story below is an account of a confused husband. The original poster (OP) has been married to his wife for a considerable amount of time. From the beginning, OP has shared his views on children and his excitement about the possibility of having his own someday. You can only imagine his astonishment, then,…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Health is above all things; without your health, one doesn’t have much. We come to appreciate it when we’re sick, or when we get an injury, but it’s easy to take for granted. For women, our health is especially i mportant in pregnancy and when carrying a child. In this Reddit story, it surrounds a woman and her husband. The woman already has several children, and her doctor told her that if she has anymore, she could risk losing her life . All…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Family is one of the most important things in life ; the support, emotional connection, and love you get from them can’t be replaced elsewhere. Without a supportive and loving family, it can have indelible effects on a person. Neglect is the silent killer; feeling like you’re invisible or unseen is a horrible feeling. In this Reddit thread, the original poster (OP) feels just like that. She has a family who has never really been there for her.…

Everywhere you go, you will meet people who have it better than you and people who have it worse. That is just life. We cannot all be in the same situation, and it is best to not compare ourselves to others because someone is bound to get hurt as a result. The girl in this Reddit story needs this serious reminder, as she thinks it is okay to act unbearably entitled at her aunt's house. OP (original poster) and her sister went over to their aunt's house to babysit her kids, when the sister decid…