A Reddit user asked the community if they were being unreasonable for not letting their mom meet their new baby if she brought along her new boyfriend.
Getting Ready for Baby
The Original Poster (OP) is expecting their first child in a little over a month. OP’s mom expressed interest in flying out to be with them during the birth and to be at the hospital.
OP’s dad passed away 11 months ago, and then three months later, OP’s mom revealed that she had started seeing someone.
OP’s Mom Wanted to Bring Along Her New BF
While OP was happy for their mom, they asked for some time before including the new partner in their life.
Though their mom eventually agreed, OP could tell that their hesitation meant they were likely disappointed by the request for space.
She Felt Uncomfortable About the Idea
OP’s mom expressed that she did not want to meet her grandchild without the man she plans to spend the rest of her life with.
OP expressed discomfort with the idea of him being present and stated that it was not something they were comfortable with.
The Mother Persisted
Despite this, OP’s mom said that she and her partner would still come, even if they stayed in a hotel.
OP told her that her partner would not be welcome at the hospital, and OP’s mom was shocked and could not understand why they would turn her away.
Thinking About the Future
The mother told OP that she is entitled to move on and she should consider how she will feel in five years if she is remarried, and the baby knows them as Grandpa but was denied the chance to meet them when they were born.
The mother also said to imagine telling the child that Grandma was kept away because she did not want to be a widow for the rest of her life.
Family Members Sided With OP
After talking to OP about the situation, OP’s mom spoke to OP’s grandpa and aunt, who are her father and sister.
They sided with OP and suggested that OP’s mom should understand where they are coming from.
The Mother Felt Isolated
The next morning, OP received a text from her mom stating that everyone was on OP’s side, and she felt that nobody was actually happy for her in her pursuit of happiness again.
Still Feeling Guilty
Despite the support of her family members, OP feels uneasy about the situation and is aware that her mom is angry with them for not allowing her partner to be present.
Online Community Weighs In
Some Reddit users are firmly on the side of OP, stating that the mother needs to respect her boundaries and that it is inappropriate to introduce a new romance now.
Others are expressing concern for the mother’s feelings but ultimately agree that it is up to the woman to decide who is present during such a vulnerable and important moment.
“You’re Not Banning Her Forever”
One user wrote “You’re not banning her from meeting her grandchild forever; you just don’t want a stranger there for the birth.
And since you are the one who is going to be giving birth, you should get to choose who you want there. You and the baby should be first priority, not her boyfriend.”
They Agreed With OP
Users also highlight that it is the woman’s decision, and no one else’s, who is present during the birth of her child.
Getting the Right Support
They support the woman’s right to choose and emphasize that her mother should understand and respect her wishes.
Several users also suggest that the mother is selfish in making the situation about her and her new partner rather than focusing on the woman and her child.
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