AITA for denying my mom access to her grandson because she refuses to help me
A new mother battles silently, weighed down by postpartum depression, relentless exhaustion, and the crushing demands of parenthood.
Her world is a whirl of sleepless nights, colicky cries, and a home still healing from a flood — all while her husband juggles his own burdens, leaving her isolated and overwhelmed. Amidst this storm, the absence of a mother’s support cuts deepest.
Despite a history of love and devotion, the woman who once nurtured her now offers only distant interest, unwilling to step into the chaos.
The longing for help and connection becomes a poignant ache, underscoring the raw vulnerability of new motherhood.
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The original poster (OP) is experiencing extreme exhaustion, loneliness, and mental health struggles while juggling demanding work, a new baby, marital support duties for her husband's mother, and recovery from a home disaster.
Her central conflict is the perceived lack of support from her own mother, leading her to sever contact as a consequence of her mother's consistent refusal to assist with childcare, even in a crisis.
Given the OP's critical need for support versus her mother's stated preference for personal leisure, is it justifiable for the OP to enforce a complete communication boundary to prioritize her immediate family's well-being and signal the seriousness of her unmet needs?