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AIBU over grandma?

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Buckbeak123 · 07/09/2025 17:29

Just here for a reality check as I am admittedly hormonal and sensitive in my first trimester of my second pregnancy!

I have a 15 month old DD, and also have a great relationship with my DM. DM has DD one day a week while i'm at work and they adore eachother which i love.

I am struggling at the moment as the past few occassions we have all been together and DM has taken a crying DD out of my arms to comfort her. Twice this week, the first DD was knocked over by DMs dog and i was barged out of the way so DM could comfort her. Again today she was taken out of my arms when she was crying and taken for a walk outside. My DP noticed today also and pointed it out.

I dont for a second think there's any ill intention in this but it makes me feel incredibly small and hurt.

AIBU to gently say this to DM? I dont want to hurt anyones feelings, but resentment is building.

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FuzzyWolf · 07/09/2025 17:31

I would just prepare a few statements in advance so you know what to say the next time it happens. A simple “everything is okay, she just needs a cuddle with her mum right now” should suffice.

AntiBullshit · 07/09/2025 17:41

Tell her that this is not want you want to happen that you will comfort your child. Your mother will probably point out that as she conferted you she can also concert the child. Stick to your point and don’t let her persuade you to change your mind.

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