Am I the asshole for refusing to bend the rules on seeing my newborn just for one person, (sister-in-law), even if it's the only chance she has to see him for months? \n\nSo, here's the situation: I recently gave birth on Christmas Day, and to make things easier for everyone, my husband and I decided to establish some rules for visits. We created a list back in October and sent it out to all our friends and family. \n\nNow, let me clarify that these rules are not outrageous or unreasonable. We simply asked that everyone be up to date on their vaccines, and if they're feeling sick, they should refrain from visiting. I mean, that's just common sense, right? \n\nWe also requested that visitors let us know a week in advance so we can schedule a suitable time for them to come over. We set a few time restrictions, like no visits or phone calls between 7:30 PM to 10 PM, and limited the duration of visits to only one hour. \n\nOf course, we also included some basic rules like no picking up the baby without consent and no unsolicited advice. We even asked people to refrain from wearing perfume or deodorant, as strong scents can be overwhelming for a newborn. And finally, we kindly requested that no pictures be taken or posted on social media during visits. \n\nBut here's where the drama starts. We made it clear that if someone wants to visit for the first time, they should bring a gift card for me, the mom. Now, I know it might sound a bit demanding, but hey, is it too much to ask for a little appreciation after going through the miracle of childbirth? \n\nSo, when my sister-in-law expressed her disappointment and asked if she could bypass some of these rules because this might be her only chance to see the baby for months, I didn't budge. And now, I'm being accused of being an asshole. \n\nBut let me tell you, it's not about being an asshole. It's about setting boundaries and ensuring the safety and well-being of my newborn. I firmly believe that these rules are necessary, and I won't compromise on them just to please one person. \n\nSo, am I the asshole here? Or am I just a mom who wants what's best for her baby? Let me know in the comments below.


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