Parents expect 23-year-old pregnant daughter to take care of her young half-siblings, scold her when she sets boundaries: 'They pushed you one step too far'

"Parentification" is a word that we should all come to learn, and fight against. It means what it sounds like it means-- turning a child (usually an older sibling) into a parental figure, even when they're just a kid themselves. It's a prevalent issue and can turn families inside out. Just because you were born earlier doesn't mean you signed on to the responsibilities of raising a child. You are still entitled to a childhood of your own, unburdened by duties your parents thrust upon you. 

Sure, it's nice to help your family out, and you might have a genuine desire to look after your young sibs, but when people start to count on you for it, that's when it becomes an issue. For example, what happens when you decide to have kids of your own? When does the parentification become too much? That's the situation one family was in when things came to a head at a family dinner. Read on for the story.

Author image for JR Atkinson JR Atkinson
Advertisement

Stay entertained and up to date by following us on Facebook and Instagram!

Tags

childcare Babies teens aita infant kids teenagers moms parenting dad cute kids pregnant reddit thread parent Reddit raising kids Parenting Fail parents children Parenting FAILS
Scroll down for the next article

Also From Memebase

Trending Now

Entitled new mom demands her 20-year-old cousin fork up their entire savings to cover baby costs, guilt-tripping them into foregoing their dream of studying abroad: ‘She said my dream is just a ’luxury' compared to her needs'

Entitled new mom demands her 20-year-old cousin fork up their entire savings to cover baby costs, guilt-tripping them into foregoing their dream of studying abroad: ‘She said my dream is just a ’luxury' compared to her needs'

01
Mother of 14-year-old and 16-year-old support her kids' decision to steer clear of their estranged father, his girlfriend, and their half/step-siblings: ‘I need to protect my kids’

Mother of 14-year-old and 16-year-old support her kids' decision to steer clear of their estranged father, his girlfriend, and their half/step-siblings: ‘I need to protect my kids’

02
Tolkien Tuesday: The Best Lord of the Rings Memes This Week (January 21, 2025)

Tolkien Tuesday: The Best Lord of the Rings Memes This Week (January 21, 2025)

03
The Most Entertaining Takes From TikTok This Week (January 21, 2025)

The Most Entertaining Takes From TikTok This Week (January 21, 2025)

04
Dad gives 29-year-old son $15,000 towards wedding, younger sister protests because he couldn't pay her student loans: 'We cut her off financially'

Dad gives 29-year-old son $15,000 towards wedding, younger sister protests because he couldn't pay her student loans: 'We cut her off financially'

05
Stepmom gifts 21-year-old stepson family vacation with twin 3-year-olds, refuses to allow him to bring his girlfriend of 2 months: 'Parents usually have to bribe their older children to come on a trip like this'

Stepmom gifts 21-year-old stepson family vacation with twin 3-year-olds, refuses to allow him to bring his girlfriend of 2 months: 'Parents usually have to bribe their older children to come on a trip like this'

06
Advertisement