Mom of 3 Resents Her Pregnant Friend for a Reason That Many Parents Might Find Relatable: ‘It’s Driving Me Insane’

A mother of three shared on the forum Mumsnet that she feels “very resentful” toward her friend, who is pregnant for the first time.

She explained that her friend has only spent time with her children a few times over the years.

“She has always asked about them and supported me in other ways, but now that she is pregnant, it’s all she wants to talk about — and it’s very me, me, me,” the woman wrote.

The mom admitted, “It’s driving me insane and I feel very resentful,” before asking others, “Has anyone else experienced this and how did you deal with it?”

Other parents on Mumsnet shared their own thoughts. Some gave advice on how to handle the frustration, while others disagreed with her feelings.

“This is common, to be honest,” one person said. “Whether you give her a taste of her own medicine or act like you would’ve acted if the tables were turned is up to you and how much you want the friendship in your life.”

Another commenter was surprised by her expectations, writing, “I didn’t know we were obligated to spend time with our friend’s children. It doesn’t sound like she’s done anything wrong. It’s not like she’s ignored their existence.”

A third person gave a direct suggestion: “If you value her friendship, just suck it up and offer the advice. It’s nice that you now have this important life experience to share; it will probably bring you closer as friends.”