14 Y.O Boy Wants Mom To Start Helping Around The House Because She Is The One That Wants It Spotless But Doesn't Contribute
In the quest for love and companionship, adults often find the right partner to fulfill their emotional needs and bring happiness. However, amidst the whirlwind of dating and romantic endeavors, there are instances where adults inadvertently neglect the well-being of their children.
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This unfortunate consequence can result in a situation where the responsibilities that adults should shoulder are thrust upon the young shoulders of children. While seeking love and building relationships is a natural and essential part of life, it is vital to recognize the impact it can have on children and ensure their needs are not overlooked or overshadowed in the process.
OP (14M) has three sisters: A, B, and C. A and B live with their father and OP, while C lives with their mother. After their parents' divorce, OP and their siblings lived with their grandmother and visited their father every other weekend.
In 2019, OP's mother met someone named D, whom they all liked, and they moved in with him. However, their relationship became rocky, resulting in multiple breakups and reconciliations. In 2022, OP's mother split up with D and started dating someone else, J.
Despite these changes, the family found stability again when OP's mother reconciled with D. However, tensions arose again, leading to a custody battle over C. OP wrote this post to express their frustration with their mother, who spends most of her time in the car on her phone, leaving OP to take care of C and manage household chores. The state of the house often disappoints their mother, causing further tension.
OP's parents divorced when he was around 7 or 8 years old.
In November 2022, OP's mother has a second divorce and she met a new guy
OP feels frustrated because he has been primarily responsible for raising his younger sister since she was six months old, while their mother spends most of her time in the car scrolling on her phone
As a child, OP is shouldering the responsibilities of raising his younger sister and experiencing parentification, which is a form of abuse
OP's mum should take responsibility as an adult
OP should release the burdens that shouldn't be his
Neglecting parental responsibilities and relying on a child to care for a sibling is unfair and inappropriate
OP should seek help from a trusted adult
OP can't bear the burden of raising a child alone and he needs to seek support from responsible adults
OP can't shoulder the responsibilities of parenting and caretaking for his mother
OP should communicate with his dad
OP's mother's irresponsible behavior is endangering the well-being of her children, bordering on neglect and abuse. As a child himself, OP should not bear the burden of household chores and care for his younger sister.
Seeking help from a trusted adult or his father is crucial to address this situation and find a solution that ensures the safety and proper care of all involved.