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Woman Says Nope To Babysitting Fiancé’s Daughter While He Goes Hunting, He Has A Total Meltdown
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Woman Says Nope To Babysitting Fiancé’s Daughter While He Goes Hunting, He Has A Total Meltdown

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Every relationship has its ups and downs, which is often what helps strengthen the bond between both partners. It only starts becoming a problem when one person’s moods dictate the entire relationship, and the other individual has to constantly keep adjusting.

This is what one woman faced after moving in with her fiancé, only to be treated like the babysitter, breadwinner, and maid. Unfortunately, since the man sometimes behaved kindly and other times rudely, she often felt at a loss whether to stay with him or end things.

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    The poster explained that she moved in with her fiancé because he insisted on being closer to her and that he didn’t like it when she visited her home

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    The man also went hunting every Sunday and would keep his fiancée in the dark about his whereabouts, which would often leave her upset and worried

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    Since his daughter was due to visit soon, the man expected the poster to babysit his kid while he went hunting, and got mad when she refused

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    The poster also explained that she had to manage the home, her work, and take care of her partner’s kid, while also dealing with his mood swings 

    Since the woman had moved in with her fiancé, he made sure that she didn’t go home too much and told her that he would miss her a lot if she went away. Even when she suggested going to visit her friends and family, the man got angry and asked her if she thought she could just leave whenever she wanted.

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    According to therapists, when your partner tries to keep you from your loved ones, it’s often a sign that they are trying to control and isolate you. This is a potential warning sign of a toxic relationship where one person might be trying to take all the power and wants to dictate what the other individual should or shouldn’t do.

    The OP also mentioned that since her partner used to go hunting for hours every Sunday, he expected her to just wait for him to return and not leave the house. Since his daughter was visiting him for the weekend, he told the poster to babysit her, even though the little girl wasn’t told a single thing about their relationship.

    When a person keeps their partner a secret from their children, it’s often a sign that they might not be taking the connection seriously. If they don’t make an introduction within the first few months, it might be due to fear of how the kids and their significant other will bond, but after a while, it’s important that they do what’s needful.

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    Apart from the troubles in her relationship, the woman had also been under a lot of stress because she had to manage her work, look after the household, and also take care of her fiancé’s son. It didn’t seem like her partner was helping her with any of the tasks on her plate, and that made her feel undervalued and exhausted.

    What also concerned the woman was how often the man’s moods changed because he could go from being loving and romantic to extremely rude and distant very quickly. This made her extremely confused because she didn’t know how to handle his changing emotions and what could set him off.

    Experts state that this kind of moody behavior can stem from a person’s own problems and insecurity, but if it happens too often, it might be a form of manipulation. If someone is always becoming distant when they don’t get their way, they might be doing this to make their loved one feel guilty so that they comply.

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    Despite all these issues, the woman felt like she couldn’t possibly leave her partner, and she explained that doing so would be frowned upon in her culture. Since she had been married before and it didn’t work out, leaving her fiancé now could ruin her family’s reputation, which she didn’t want.

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    What advice do you have for the OP, who’s dealing with such a tough situation? Do share your thoughts in the comments below.

    People urged the woman to get out of the toxic relationship and go back to her family as soon as possible

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    arthbach
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate the term 'bang maid', but that's exactly how he is treating her. There is no love, nor respect, just a woman being used by a man. Whilst he is away on his next hunting trip, collect up all of your things that are important to you. Tell the children their father is not behaving well, and that you need to leave. Then when he comes home, go.

    K Barnes
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I came to make almost exactly the same comment. I find the term "band maid" crass and try to avoid it but it was in my head as I read this. He convinced her to move in and do all the housework in addition to being the main breadwinner then neglected and ignore her. When she wants to leave and he'll have to be responsible he shows the missing care to guilt her. Ugh.

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    Kate Johnson
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sad to be so desperate to be with someone, you'll put up with this nonsense. Obviously this guy has a good game in the beginning, but the truth is, he doesn't care about this woman at all, he's just using her, and she is debasing herself by being with him. I'd rather be alone.

    Becca not Becky
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get out and never come back. Cultural values be cursed, it is better to be alone and frowned upon than to be in a relationship like this.

    Doodles1983
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like a narcissist. Love b**b. Entrap. Hates that his daughter prefers her. Keeping her insecure to keep her. Whole getting her time, money, effort and energy. Beyond time to leave. And when he comes love bombing again, because he will, guaranteed! stay strong.

    Lee Gilliland
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These women who know darned well they're being mistreated and then question themselves...

    Binky Melnik
    Community Member
    2 months ago

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    How do you know that in her culture she would know she’s being mistreated? It seems quite clear to me that she doesn’t. She’s still there hoping the nice guy she met will come back.

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    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny that her boyfriend appreciated her as different because he has had a lot of women so he knows, but rejects her because who know how many men she's been with before him. I understand that cultural shame of women looking bad for jumping from one man to the next, but staying with this man who knows this then manipulates you is the opposite of what loving. You can find better and you will.

    Syd
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh update: AITA for telling my fiance I will not babysit his daughter (8) while he goes hunting UPDATE Post Update I (32f)would like to thank everyone who participated in my last post. 1 honestly wasn't expecting so much support, I was manipulated to believe I am always at fault This was two weeks ago, and i didn't leave that weekend. He (38m promised to tell his daughter everything, my real name, about us etc. I was skeptical but said to myself i just want to see if this guy really really keeps his word. Of course he was running errands the first day and I was with her alone, and she asked me if I have a bovfriend..or a husband. I said let's ask dad when he comes home. I brought that up to him, in front of her, and he turned towards her and said "well baby, I am her boyfriend..and she is my girlfriend." I have never seen such attitude from an 8yr old.. "well 1 never in a million years expected this" she said.."| am beyond disappointed, dad."'I asked her "wel who did you think I am.."

    arthbach
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Well, who do you think I am?", she asked. The girl looked at her and replied, "I thought you were the maid! My father clearly doesn't treat you like a girlfriend."

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    LongFang
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That "man" is a walking red flag....

    Anne Roberts
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Is OP sure she didn't get together with my ex? He love bombed me at first, though I had never heard that term at the time. We started living together and he spent nearly every moment at home watching sports, talking loudly on his phone at 2 am, turning on the ceiling light while I was sleeping, etc. Unfortunately, and I don't know why, I married the man and it only got worse. He thought if he yelled at me and worse down my self confidence that I would think I had to stay with him. He was wrong and I've never been happier.

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm happy you got out and things are good

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    LouLou Bella
    Community Member
    1 week ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not trying to be a b@&(ch but I have a very hard time finding sympathy for women like this. How can you be so stupid?? I'm truly asking, as soon as he gave the daughter a fake name I would have noped out of there straight away. YTA for keeping yourself in that situation. If family can't handle you standing up for your self worth go NC and live a happy guilt free life

    Anne Roberts
    Community Member
    1 week ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To expect a fiancee to sleep on the couch while his 8 year old daughter sleeps with him in the bed is creepy. He is controlling and unappreciative. Hope OP gets out while she still can.

    Eliza
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're kind of stupid. Leave.

    arthbach
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate the term 'bang maid', but that's exactly how he is treating her. There is no love, nor respect, just a woman being used by a man. Whilst he is away on his next hunting trip, collect up all of your things that are important to you. Tell the children their father is not behaving well, and that you need to leave. Then when he comes home, go.

    K Barnes
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I came to make almost exactly the same comment. I find the term "band maid" crass and try to avoid it but it was in my head as I read this. He convinced her to move in and do all the housework in addition to being the main breadwinner then neglected and ignore her. When she wants to leave and he'll have to be responsible he shows the missing care to guilt her. Ugh.

    Load More Replies...
    Kate Johnson
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sad to be so desperate to be with someone, you'll put up with this nonsense. Obviously this guy has a good game in the beginning, but the truth is, he doesn't care about this woman at all, he's just using her, and she is debasing herself by being with him. I'd rather be alone.

    Becca not Becky
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get out and never come back. Cultural values be cursed, it is better to be alone and frowned upon than to be in a relationship like this.

    Doodles1983
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like a narcissist. Love b**b. Entrap. Hates that his daughter prefers her. Keeping her insecure to keep her. Whole getting her time, money, effort and energy. Beyond time to leave. And when he comes love bombing again, because he will, guaranteed! stay strong.

    Lee Gilliland
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These women who know darned well they're being mistreated and then question themselves...

    Binky Melnik
    Community Member
    2 months ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    How do you know that in her culture she would know she’s being mistreated? It seems quite clear to me that she doesn’t. She’s still there hoping the nice guy she met will come back.

    Load More Replies...
    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny that her boyfriend appreciated her as different because he has had a lot of women so he knows, but rejects her because who know how many men she's been with before him. I understand that cultural shame of women looking bad for jumping from one man to the next, but staying with this man who knows this then manipulates you is the opposite of what loving. You can find better and you will.

    Syd
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh update: AITA for telling my fiance I will not babysit his daughter (8) while he goes hunting UPDATE Post Update I (32f)would like to thank everyone who participated in my last post. 1 honestly wasn't expecting so much support, I was manipulated to believe I am always at fault This was two weeks ago, and i didn't leave that weekend. He (38m promised to tell his daughter everything, my real name, about us etc. I was skeptical but said to myself i just want to see if this guy really really keeps his word. Of course he was running errands the first day and I was with her alone, and she asked me if I have a bovfriend..or a husband. I said let's ask dad when he comes home. I brought that up to him, in front of her, and he turned towards her and said "well baby, I am her boyfriend..and she is my girlfriend." I have never seen such attitude from an 8yr old.. "well 1 never in a million years expected this" she said.."| am beyond disappointed, dad."'I asked her "wel who did you think I am.."

    arthbach
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Well, who do you think I am?", she asked. The girl looked at her and replied, "I thought you were the maid! My father clearly doesn't treat you like a girlfriend."

    Load More Replies...
    LongFang
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That "man" is a walking red flag....

    Anne Roberts
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Is OP sure she didn't get together with my ex? He love bombed me at first, though I had never heard that term at the time. We started living together and he spent nearly every moment at home watching sports, talking loudly on his phone at 2 am, turning on the ceiling light while I was sleeping, etc. Unfortunately, and I don't know why, I married the man and it only got worse. He thought if he yelled at me and worse down my self confidence that I would think I had to stay with him. He was wrong and I've never been happier.

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm happy you got out and things are good

    Load More Replies...
    LouLou Bella
    Community Member
    1 week ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not trying to be a b@&(ch but I have a very hard time finding sympathy for women like this. How can you be so stupid?? I'm truly asking, as soon as he gave the daughter a fake name I would have noped out of there straight away. YTA for keeping yourself in that situation. If family can't handle you standing up for your self worth go NC and live a happy guilt free life

    Anne Roberts
    Community Member
    1 week ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To expect a fiancee to sleep on the couch while his 8 year old daughter sleeps with him in the bed is creepy. He is controlling and unappreciative. Hope OP gets out while she still can.

    Eliza
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're kind of stupid. Leave.

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