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Inciwinci · 02/11/2026 18:19

12yo boy. Only one of 6 not invited to another’s party. Parents were asking before the weekend about lift sharing - had to say we were not invited, then kids asking DS on Monday why he wasn’t there. I think he had a heads up about it so was quite cool but I feel like shooting off a message to the mother explaining that she created a nasty situation.. I know I shouldn’t but has anyone ever done this and how did it actually turn out?

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Lordofmyflies · 02/11/2026 18:21

Dont do it op. At 12, kids have definite friendship groups and parties are usually small affairs. Use this to teach your son some resilience.. it’s not a reflection on you or him.

MintTwirl · 02/11/2026 18:22

Don’t do it OP. Let him learn to deal with these things his own way.

CherryKerry · 02/11/2026 18:22

Don't embarrass yourself by messaging the other parent, their child can invite who they like!

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Burningbud1981 · 02/11/2026 18:43

I’m assuming 12 so 1st year of secondary? Don’t embarrass him
or yourself

Inciwinci · 02/11/2026 18:45

I realise I shouldn’t and won’t but just wondered if anyone ever had..

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