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Aibu to think im being taken advantage of ??

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Dinglehopper · 25/07/2018 16:52

To somewhat cut a long story short im a single parent having left an abusive marriage. I have 2 dc. 1 is 4yrs and the other is 6 yrs. Father does see them but its very rare. I work part time and part year to fit around schooling so im able to care for my children
My child is friends with a child and im on friendly terms with the parents. On occasion i have watched him the odd day here and there during hols. Anyway few weeks back she babbled about a period of 2 weeks wherein she fell short for childcare so i assumed this meant the odd day. Well on monday she messaged asking if i could still help i said yes and asked what day as i hadnt actually been told and was told it was tue-fri this week and i believe they need him watched next week but again i havent been told details.
I feel as though they are taking advantage of the fact i dont work the summer but i have my own kids to watch and i am by my own admission too quiet and probably a doormat.
They know full situation regarding my marriage break up , so any advice ??

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BottleOfJameson · 25/07/2018 16:54

Do you think this person would be likely to reciprocate? Does your Dc like having this other child around? Did they seem grateful when you helped before? This is a very long time to ask of someone who isn't family or a close friend!

MsHopey · 25/07/2018 16:55

What is it mumsnet?
No is a full sentance.
And the CF baby sitting threads are in season again.
Just tell her no, for all the reasons listed above.

FeedMeTikka · 25/07/2018 16:56

Text back ‘I think there has been a mix up, it’s not possible to have dc 4 days. I am available on x day or x day but I have to move things around to do so. Let me know as soon as you can which day you want me to cover so I can sort it’.

afrikat · 25/07/2018 17:49

Definitely nip this in the bud quickly. Tell them there has been a misunderstanding and you can only do one day. It's very unfair to expect you to do this and she's being v cheeky

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