Parents NEGLECTED Her for Autistic Brother, Now She Won't Let Them Babysit HER Kids! 😠

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🌟 Buckle up, folks! We've got a family drama that's sure to tug at your heartstrings and make you question everything you thought you knew about parenting priorities! 😱 Meet our protagonist, a 27-year-old woman caught in the middle of a sibling rivalry that's been brewing for years. 🌋 With an autistic brother who's been the center of attention since his diagnosis, our heroine and her sister have felt like second thoughts for far too long. 💔 But now, with twins of her own, she's facing a new dilemma: can she trust her parents to give her little ones the attention they deserve? 🤔 Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions, accusations, and tough decisions! 🎢

🌟 Meet the Family: A Tale of Priorities and Resentment 😔

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🚨 Everything Changed: Parents' Priorities Shift Dramatically 😢

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🌅 Waking Up to a New Reality: Feeling Like Second Thoughts 😞

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🎉 Special Occasions Turned Sour: Nanny Takes Over 😕

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😡 Resentment Grows: From Brother to Parents 💔

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🎓 College Escape: Leaving Home and Feeling Second Best 🏃‍♀️💨

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🏠 Who Misses Feeling Like a Second Thought? Not Us! 🙅‍♀️

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🚗 Summer Adventures: Sister Bonding and New Love 💕

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👨‍👩‍👧 Trio of Besties: Sister, Husband, and Me 👭👬

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💍👶 Marriage and Twins: Life's Big Changes 🍼

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✈️ Vacations Adjusted: Making Room for the Little Ones 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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🏡 Moving Back Home: Sister Joins the Journey 🧳

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👵👴 In-Laws to the Rescue: Amazing Grandparents Step In 🙌

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🤔 Parents' Realization: Wanting Time with the Twins ⏰

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🙏 The Awkward Request: Parents Want Their Turn 😬

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😓 Honesty is the Best Policy: Explaining My Fears 💭

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🧩 Attention Dilemma: Balancing the Twins and My Brother 🤹‍♀️

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😠 Accusations Fly: Hating My Brother and Punishing My Parents 🗣️

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👨‍👩‍👧 United Front: Sister and Husband Agree 🤝

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🚨 Family Feud: Parents Demand Bonding Time, But Can They Balance Attention? 😬

Well, well, well... looks like our protagonist is in quite the pickle! 🥒 Her parents are demanding some quality time with their granddaughters, but she's not so sure they can handle the responsibility. 😰 After years of feeling like second thoughts, she's hesitant to leave her precious twins in their care for a whopping three weeks! 📅 Her fears? That her autistic brother will steal the spotlight, leaving the little ones feeling neglected. 😢 Accusations are flying, with her parents claiming she hates her brother and is punishing them for their past parenting choices. 😡 But our heroine is standing her ground, with her sister and husband backing her up. 💪 The internet has spoken, and the verdict is in... 🗳️ Let's see what the masses have to say about this family feud! 🍿

Putting her children first, despite parental objections. NTA 👏

hurling-day | hurling-day

Supportive comment acknowledges OP's valid reasons for not letting parents babysit.

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Choosing to not let neglectful parents babysit. NTA.

tentickles_ | tentickles_

NTA. Respect her decision, but her parents failed both siblings.

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Polite and logical response to neglectful parenting. NTA 😊

PolitePineapple | PolitePineapple

Don't let guilt-tripping stop you from protecting your children. 😎

cMeeber | cMeeber

Understanding NTA's perspective on neglect and offering a solution 👍

throw_away_800 | throw_away_800

Feeling neglected by parents, now won't let them babysit. #NTA

BelleViking | BelleViking

NTA. The parents failed to make a case for themselves 🤔

ProgmusicHans | ProgmusicHans

Survivor of neglect as sibling with autism praises OP's decision 👏

FirebirdWriter | FirebirdWriter

Respectful parent sets boundaries, receives support and validation 👏

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Parenting a special needs child is a family responsibility 🙏

LadyKatkin | LadyKatkin

Despite past neglect, parents may not neglect grandkids. NAH.

DSQ | DSQ

Having twins in the house would disrupt the routine for brother. NTA 😊

messysagittarius | messysagittarius

Putting her daughters first, not letting past affect future. 👏

lowerurstandards-bbg | lowerurstandards-bbg

Prioritizing autistic brother over sister, NTA for not trusting parents

iiiBansheeiii | iiiBansheeiii

Sister understands neglect, won't let it happen to niece/nephew 👏

Morrigan-71 | Morrigan-71

A neglected child now prioritizes her children over her parents' feelings. 😠

snugglypants | snugglypants

NTA, understandable that she doesn't want them to babysit 😕

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Standing up for her kids after being neglected as a sibling 👏

unwantedsyllables | unwantedsyllables

Sibling neglected by parents for autistic brother won't let them babysit.

SandrineSmiles | SandrineSmiles

Sibling bond triumphs over negligent parenting. NTA 👏

Feeling-better2day | Feeling-better2day

NTA strikes hard with a hint of satisfaction. 😎

SavageAsperagus | SavageAsperagus

Choosing to protect her own children doesn't make her selfish. 👏

DarkVikingMermaid | DarkVikingMermaid

Neglected sibling refuses to let parents babysit. NTA. 😠

kacapica | kacapica

Choosing not to let neglectful parents babysit. NTA. 🙌

SomethingClever70 | SomethingClever70

Prioritizing children's needs and valid concerns over guilt-tripping tactics. 🙌

a_g_n_e_s | a_g_n_e_s

Protecting her kids from neglectful grandparents. NTA 👏

RNBQ4103 | RNBQ4103

Grandparents babysitting for three weeks: too long or reasonable request?

atthebarricades | atthebarricades

A heartfelt story of sibling love and understanding ❤️

0nemorelight | 0nemorelight

Prioritizing kids' safety over hurt feelings. NTA wins.

jairatraci | jairatraci

Book recommendation for OP to deal with childhood trauma.

zuklei | zuklei

Curious about brother's autism severity and ability to function.

meowpitbullmeow | meowpitbullmeow

Protecting her children comes first. NTA for not trusting parents.

raerae6672 | raerae6672

Sibling neglected for autistic brother, now won't let parents babysit! 😠

Dana07620 | Dana07620

Trust is earned, not given. NTA for protecting your kids 😊

znhamz | znhamz

Compassionate comment acknowledges difficult family situation.

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Sisterly bond prevails despite parents' unfair treatment. NTA 😊

restingbitchface8 | restingbitchface8

Parent of autistic child calls out neglectful parents. NTA 💯

SpookySugarSkull | SpookySugarSkull

Valid concerns about parents' ability to care for grandkids 😔

CompetitiveLecture5 | CompetitiveLecture5

Neglected by parents, now protecting her own children. #NTA 👏

OneTwoWee000 | OneTwoWee000

Setting boundaries with family when caring for disabled siblings. 🙏

FairyFartDaydreams | FairyFartDaydreams

A concerned comment urges parent to prioritize children's safety.

PhantomStrangeSolitu | PhantomStrangeSolitu

Stand your ground, NTA. Your kids, your choice 👏

Fantasydreamer2450 | Fantasydreamer2450

Understanding comment suggests communication with parents for mutual decision. 👍

1986bethe | 1986bethe

NTA stands up for herself and values in-laws' help 💪

NomadicusRex | NomadicusRex

Putting her children first, OP is NTA for not allowing neglectful parents to babysit 👏

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Curious about brother's future care, NTA OP faces similar situation.

Mr-Plutonium | Mr-Plutonium

Protecting her kids from neglectful parents, NTA with sound advice 👏

janefryer | janefryer

Setting boundaries with family is important for mental health. 🙌

eugenesnewdream | eugenesnewdream

Broken bond: Neglected daughter refuses to let parents babysit. NTA 😠

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Sibling speaks up about parental neglect and lack of trust.

brazentory | brazentory

Parents neglected her for autistic brother, won't let them babysit. NTA 👏

toxikola | toxikola

Neglected daughter won't let parents babysit her kids. NTA. 😠

bellayesil | bellayesil

Polite NTA explains valid concern for parents' past neglect, stands ground.

fecoped | fecoped

Validating NTA's concern about neglect, offering advice and empathy. 😊

makeshiftmarty | makeshiftmarty

Curious commenter questions OP's sudden demand for 'granny privileges' 🤔

BraidedSilver | BraidedSilver

Putting her kids first: Woman stands up to neglectful parents 👏

DinosaurBabyDoll | DinosaurBabyDoll

Putting her kids' safety first, NTA refuses MIL/FIL babysitting. 😍

Here_for_tea_ | Here_for_tea_

Putting kids' safety first, OP stands up to neglectful parents. #NTA 💪

Otherwise-Story-9074 | Otherwise-Story-9074

NTA. In-laws great with kids. Parents need to step up.

Home-Slice-1628 | Home-Slice-1628

NTA, setting boundaries with entitled grandparents. You go mama! 👏

SparklyDruid | SparklyDruid

Parents neglected daughter for autistic brother, NTA for not trusting them 👏

iamthenightrn | iamthenightrn

Parenting solidarity! NTA, spirited kids are not for everyone. 👏

Slammogram | Slammogram

Parents neglect twins for autistic brother, NTA won't let babysit 😠

ryo3000 | ryo3000

Putting her kids first, not letting parents off the hook 👏

DonHozy | DonHozy

Resentment towards brother & parents apparent, NTA but 🤔

slavicslothe | slavicslothe

Trust your instincts, NTA. Prioritize your children's safety 👍

babydan08 | babydan08

Understanding the nuances of autism is crucial in this situation.

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Caring sister protects autistic brother and her own children. NTA 👏

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Sibling with autistic brother won't let neglectful parents babysit. NTA 👏

generic_simmer_111 | generic_simmer_111

Prioritizing kids over neglectful family. NTA 👏

karmagrl31276 | karmagrl31276

Mother prioritizes her own children after parents' neglect. NTA 👌

TashiaNicole1 | TashiaNicole1

Childhood neglect due to sibling's condition, leading to resentment. NTA.

melodytanner26 | melodytanner26

Sister and husband are your rock, don't let them guilt trip you! 😊

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User sympathizes with OP's decision not to let neglectful parents babysit. 😊

redwynter | redwynter

Neglected daughter stands up to parents' negligence, won't babysit. 😠

poppit88 | poppit88

Parent shares experience with autistic son, supports original poster's decision.

OneHandedMolly | OneHandedMolly

Valid concerns about neglectful parents and disconnect from family 😔

lizzyborden666 | lizzyborden666

Validating OP's feelings and advocating for proper disability support. 👏

painsomnia | painsomnia

Parents neglected daughter for autistic brother, she won't risk it. 😠

Purple_Midnight_Yak | Purple_Midnight_Yak

Empathetic NTA recognizes parents' skewed treatment of autistic brother.

avast2006 | avast2006

Childhood experience makes NTA wary of mom babysitting her kids 😔

Mireillka | Mireillka

NTA. Important advice for handling autistic sibling's care in future. 🛠

BunnySlayer64 | BunnySlayer64

NTA and fellow sibling-to-someone-with-autism empathizing with OP's decision. 😊

clarabellum | clarabellum

Parent of typical and autistic kids supports OP's decision. NTA 👏

rkl1313 | rkl1313

Childhood neglect leads to distrust. NTA for not risking it.

tired-soul- | tired-soul-

Being cautious with family members as childcare providers. 😞

frimrussiawithlove85 | frimrussiawithlove85

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