On the r/relationships subreddit, one Reddit user shared a story about her tough situation when her desire to visit her sister-in-law's new baby was met with demands to get rid of her dog first.
In the post, she explained that her sister-in-law recently announced that she would soon welcome a new family member. However, because she's worried about infections from the OP's dog, she laid down strict rules: if the OP wants to visit her nephew at her sister-in-law's house, she must wash and change her clothes. If the OP wants to babysit the baby at her own house, she must give up her beloved dog.
Although the OP loved her new family member, she doesn't know how to deal with this situation. Can she babysit the baby without saying goodbye to her beloved dog? Keep reading for more details!
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Here's the full story:
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OP's sister-in-law, who's expecting her second child, insisted that if the OP wants to babysit, she must get rid of their dog
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Although the OP's dog is well-behaved and non-aggressive, her sister-in-law concerned about potential infections
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The sister-in-law is adamant about never having the OP's dog around even if someone else watches it
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If OP visit the baby at her sister-in-law's house, she must shower and change clothes due to concerns about infections from dogs
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OP now doesn't know how to maintain a relationship with her niece or nephew
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Here's the comments of Reddit users:
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Ever been stuck between family expectations and your love for your pet? What do you think about the Reddit user's situation – can there be a middle ground, or is it an either-or scenario? Share your thoughts and any similar experiences you've had in the comments!