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Being amomis challenging enough.

Now, imagine juggling a job, managing the household, and everything else that comes with it.

Its no wonder moms need ahelping handfrom time to time.

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Sometimes, they turn to their ex or their current partner for support.

But that can lead to some pretty complicated situations.

Her decision led to criticism from her husbands ex.

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

Keep reading to find out how her husband reacted to her decision and the family tensions that followed.

Whether its attending adance classor simplyscrollingthrough social media, those little pockets of personal time feel like pure gold.

Theyre not just about relaxation; theyre about reclaiming a bit of yourself amidst the chaos of everyday parenting.

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

A 2022pollof millennial moms showed just how much pressure mothers feel today.

On top of that, one in three moms reported feeling stressed at least five days a week.

One major factor contributing to that stress?

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

A simple task can feel overwhelming when youre operating on fragmented sleep.

And that lack of rest takes a toll on their mental health as well.

Being able to enjoy a refreshing shower can feel like a luxurious treat.

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

Likewise, heading out for grocery shopping might seem like an Olympic victory.

While moms cherish every moment spent with their children, its perfectly okay to carve out some me time.

Its a basic need.

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

Too much time together drains me, and I feel tired, overstimulated, and not like myself.

Give me some time alone, however, and I come alivepondering, creating, and engaging.

Moms can benefit from planningtime away, perhaps leaving their kids with grandparents.

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

Do you believe she made the right decision?

How important do you think me time is for parents?

Check out the results:

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son

“Selfish Or Not?”: Woman Refuses To Cancel Her Plans To Help Husband’s Ex Take Care Of Her Son