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Families cant live with them, cant live without them.

Theyre like sitcom writers, except instead of laugh tracks, you get group chats and awkward holiday dinners.

But what happens when someone whos not even technicallyfamilydecides to write themselves into the story?

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Demanding favors like you owe them?

It all started when OPs (original poster) dad began dating Jennifer a couple of years back.

But Jennifer was no freeloader.

Teen babysitter lying on bed, focused on laptop, with chips and book nearby in a cozy room setting.

She always paid the OP generously and stocked the house with snacks.

Ifsnacksare involved, who wouldnt say yes?

Apparently, being told no wasnt something this dude handled well.

Teen refuses to babysit dad’s girlfriend’s kids for her ex in text-based Reddit post.

That Jennifers home environment was unsuitable because her boyfriends son wouldnt babysit his kids.

Yeah, let that logic marinate for a sec.

Using social media to pressure ateenagerisnt just inappropriateits downright harassment.

Text discussing babysitting agreement between teen and dad’s girlfriend.

If youre dealing withonline harassment, keep a record of all interactionsscreenshots are your best friend here.

And dont forget to adjust your privacy controls.

Limit who can message or tag you.

Teen shares experience babysitting dad’s girlfriend’s kids, mentioning payment and snacks.

If the harassment escalates, talk to an adult you trust, or even local authorities.

Because trying to manipulate a teenager on social media is just next-level.

Manipulators love to play on guilt, social pressure, or even fake compliments to get their way.

Teen babysitting in a sunlit room, reading a book to a young child, highlighting family bonding and care.

In this case, Jennifers ex tried to guilt the OP into babysitting by claiming, Youre basically family.

Classic movebecause nothing says family bond like exploiting someone you barely know.

Always ask yourself, Would this person do the same for me?

Text about teen babysitting dad’s girlfriend’s kids and family acceptance.

Stick to your boundaries, and dont be afraid to call out shady behavior when you see it.

Check out the results:

Text message about teen babysitting dad’s girlfriend’s kids, facing unexpected request from her ex.

Text conversation about teen babysitting dad’s girlfriend’s kids and ex’s demands.

Teen in a living room looking frustrated after babysitting, with a person in the background, related to babysitting duties.

Text exchange about teen babysitting dad’s girlfriend’s kids and ex’s demand.

Text about teen refusing to babysit dad’s girlfriend’s kids, leading to conflict with her ex.

Teen babysitter looking surprised, sitting on a beige armchair in a cozy living room.

Teen babysitter refuses ex’s demand to babysit, leading to conflict depicted in online discussion screenshot.

Text exchange discussing custody issue over babysitting arrangements involving dad’s ex and his girlfriend’s kids.

Reddit discussion about teen babysitting, focusing on step-siblings and family dynamics.

Reddit comments discussing a teen babysitting situation involving a dad’s girlfriend’s kids and an ex’s demands.

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Reddit comment discussing a teen babysitting dad’s girlfriend’s kids and related issues.

Reddit comment opposing an ex’s demand for a teen to babysit.

Reddit comment discussing a situation where a teen refuses to babysit kids unrelated to him.

Reddit comment discussing babysitting obligations and handling drama with an ex.

Online comment discusses teen refusing to babysit for dad’s girlfriend’s ex; labels ex’s behavior as unfair and inappropriate.

Comment advising to get a restraining order in a babysitting dispute.

Online comment discussing a teen babysitting dad’s girlfriend’s kids and dealing with her ex.