A new mom defended her bond with her cat after her husband's aunt criticized her for giving attention to the animal while having a baby. The aunt's unsolicited advice led to a heated exchange and the aunt eventually being asked to leave.
Every new parent has probably heard well-meaning but invasive comments from loved ones, but what happens when those opinions target your beloved furry friend? For today’s Original Poster (OP), balancing life as a new mom and a proud cat owner became unexpectedly dramatic when her husband’s aunt offered some unsolicited advice.
Becoming a parent doesn’t necessarily mean one has to leave other forms of love behind, but sometimes those other forms could be perceived as dangerous to othersThe author, a new mother in her late twenties, is embracing motherhood while also nurturing the close bond she shares with her beloved catHer husband’s aunt came around for a visit and noticed her giving attention to the cat, but she began to express concerns about the cat being around the babyThe author told her husband’s aunt it was rude of her to offer unsolicited advice, and then she asked her to leave the houseThe author’s husband agreed that being upset about his aunt’s comments was right, but her reaction and delivery weren’texperience. Life after the baby’s arrival has been a blend of doting on her newborn while continuing to take care of her cat with whom she shares a bond. From garden walks to cuddle sessions, the OP has made sure her feline friend remains an integral part of the family. Even better, her cat has proven to be a gentle, loving companion to the baby.and kids coexisting under one roof. The cat, being shy, was keeping to herself in the bedroom and the OP stepped out to check on her.However, the aunt decided it was unacceptable, and what followed was a lecture about how keeping a cat around a baby was. She went further to suggest that the OP stop focusing on the cat as it was abnormal to do so when she had a child. The OP couldn’t let the criticism slide, and so she promptly asked the aunt and her sister to leave, which they di
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