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AIBU to think a twin parent should contribute per child?

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TheMumEdit · 26/05/2026 17:09

Interested in how other people approach. We do a group collection for the school teacher every year. Another mum and I tend to take turns. Offered out to the rest but oddly no one else wants a turn! . We put in £10 each which is what we all agreed. . Two mums in the year have twins. One mum pays per child (so £20) and the other pays £10 total so £5 per child.

I’ve never really thought about it but the other mum that’s turn it is think we should say we’ve only received one contribution. The more I think about it the more I thinks she a bit cheeky but after 6 years don’t see the point in saying now. This mum is quite well off (one a Dr and one equal in terms of salary) whilst most other parents are on much lower salaries.

AIBU: don’t say
YANBU Say gives more money 😉

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WhatAMarvelousTune · 26/05/2026 17:14

Maybe she can only afford £5 per child? This is why I don’t like group collections. Does it matter?? I bet the teacher doesn’t want their gift to be a source of stress.

PivotPivotmakingmargaritas · 26/05/2026 17:13

The teacher taught both children not one - so yes I agree she’s being cheeky- if you are correct she is well off.

Would I say anything- no not after 6 years probably the earlier years was the time but I’m guessing their primary school days are almost done anyway soon

ThejoyofNC · 26/05/2026 17:13

Does it really matter?

justasmalltownmum · 26/05/2026 17:11

She should pay £20.

we also have twins in our year group. And if one is invited to a party, the mum sends both with one gift.

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