Mom Thinks Friend’s “Child-Free” Rule Doesn’t Apply To Her, Is Asked To Leave

Carving out some time forparentsto maintain their identities beyond parenting can be a challenge.

But its not mission impossible.

Since the celebration was adults-only, she was asked to leave, which caused quite a drama.

The parenting role often becomes a persons whole identity, usually by accident.

Thats why they often disrespect child-free invitations and still show up together with kids.

So its important to clearly communicate the wish for the event to be adults only to parents beforehand.

Woman wearing a pink party hat at a table with empty glasses, depicting a child-free birthday celebration.

This is usually done with an invite.

At the bottom of it, a few words like Adults only should suffice.

Helping parents prepare for it is also a good idea to avoid pushback.

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