A distressed mother shared her plight on the “AITA” subreddit, revealing her ex-husband’s girlfriend had intentionally thrown away a crochet blanket she made for their son. The girlfriend’s overreach into parenting decisions, including discarding items the mother purchased, sparked conflict.
The mother, aged 33, discovered her ex-husband’s girlfriend meddling in parenting decisions, even commenting on the child’s name. Financial struggles compounded her challenges, making it difficult to replace discarded items.
Crafting a crochet blanket for her son, the mother’s sentimental creation became a point of contention. The girlfriend confiscated and discarded it, leaving the child without a comfort item. Attempts to discuss the matter with her ex-husband ended in dismissal.
Seeking support from her ex-husband’s family, who had been sympathetic before, led to confrontation. The family confronted the girlfriend, escalating the situation. The mother’s decision to share the incident on social media strained relationships further.
Online responses empathized with the mother, validating her as “NTA” (not the antagonist). Recommendations included documenting incidents, consulting a child psychologist, and potentially amending the custody agreement for the child’s emotional well-being.
