🚨 Buckle up, folks! We've got a doozy of a dilemma on our hands. 😱 Our exhausted protagonist finds herself in a sticky situation with her frail mother-in-law. 🙋♀️ As the designated caregiver, she's been running herself ragged trying to keep up with her MIL's constant bathroom breaks. 🚽 But now, the lack of sleep and endless lifting have pushed her to the brink. 😴 Will a bedpan be the solution, or will it only add fuel to the fire? 🔥 Let's dive in and find out! 👀
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🚨 Caregiver's Conundrum: Bedpan Battle with MIL! 😱
Well, well, well... it seems our protagonist has found herself in quite the pickle! 🥒 Juggling the role of caregiver and sleep-deprived zombie, she's at her wit's end with her MIL's nightly bathroom adventures. 🚽🌙 But her attempt to introduce a bedpan has only added to the drama, with her MIL refusing to use it and holding it in out of spite! 😤 The once-friendly relationship has turned sour, and her husband is steering clear of the whole mess. 🙅♂️ So, what does the internet think of this potty predicament? 🤔 Let's see what wisdom the masses have to offer! 🌍💬
Sincere sympathy for caregiver's difficult situation, NTA, husband shameful. 😞
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Spouse must help care for his mother. NTA wins. 👏
Zibellina | Zibellina
User suggests options for caregiver's husband's lack of help. 👍
hockeygarden29 | hockeygarden29
Spouse should take responsibility for MIL's care. NTA 👍
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Spouse refusing to care for his own mother? NTA, stand firm! 💪
KittenKath | KittenKath
Husband's lack of support puts caregiver in tough spot 😔
tosser9212 | tosser9212
Sensible advice for caring for elderly MIL with incontinence. 🙏
beebsaleebs | beebsaleebs
NTA suggests nursing home for disabled MIL. Offers personal experience and advice.
Smudgikins | Smudgikins
RN suggests Purewick for elderly patient, calls out husband's behavior. 👏
Shot-Department3626 | Shot-Department3626
Husband's lack of support for MIL's care reveals true intentions 🤔
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Caretaker suggests alternatives for MIL's excessive nighttime bathroom trips. 🚽
panda_in_the_void | panda_in_the_void
Setting boundaries with MIL's hygiene 💩. Husband is an AH.
venlovesrpdr | venlovesrpdr
Spouse should provide for MIL's night time care. NTA 👍
Sparkleunicorn272727 | Sparkleunicorn272727
Husband needs to step up and help his disabled mother.
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Stand your ground and remind him she's HIS mother 💪
professorllayton | professorllayton
Supportive comment urges OP to stand up to lousy husband. NTA 👏
ParapaPalace | ParapaPalace
Don't sacrifice your health for MIL's unreasonable demands 🙏
Lady_Ellie119 | Lady_Ellie119
Caregiver burnout is real! Seek help and support 🙏🏻
Cat-catt | Cat-catt
Suggests putting MIL in a home for round-the-clock care. NTA.
Ranos131 | Ranos131
Caring for a loved one is tough, sleep is necessary 🚤
Sentient-Fleshlight | Sentient-Fleshlight
Spouse won't help care for disabled MIL, NTA for prioritizing self 💪
aussiefamily | aussiefamily
Helpful advice on alternatives to ultimatum, NTA comment 👍
Shaggymaggie | Shaggymaggie
You're not responsible for your MIL's care. NTA 👍
madrugada | madrugada
NTA caregiver needs support from weak husband to handle MIL 🙏
Cool_Will_24 | Cool_Will_24
Take a break, let him experience what it's like. 🙌 NTA
trustytip | trustytip
NTA. Caretaker role is not yours alone. Have conversation about alternatives.
Other_Appeal6415 | Other_Appeal6415
Spouse must take responsibility for his disabled mother's care! 😠
Jovon35 | Jovon35
UTI possibility raised for MIL's incontinence by commenter.
mom7890 | mom7890
Caretaker burnout? Night nurse or care home are options.
ICWhatsNUrP | ICWhatsNUrP
Compassionate advice on caregiving and exploring other options. 🙏
grammie2eight | grammie2eight
NTA. Caregiver's best but husband should help with MIL's care 🚧
AmethistStars | AmethistStars
Medical professional defends use of hoists and stand aids. Spouse AH.
Saysaywhat91 | Saysaywhat91
Teen caregiver deserves partner's help, not ultimatums. 🙏
Boring_mom19 | Boring_mom19
Tough love or harsh reality? NTA suggests old folks home 💼
SuperVanessa007 | SuperVanessa007
A nursing student suggests professional care for disabled MIL. 🙌
soupstarsandsilence | soupstarsandsilence
Former caregiver recommends commode for MIL's bathroom needs. 🙌
Ok_Introduction_4069 | Ok_Introduction_4069
Helpful advice on elderly bed aids and toilet grab bars 👍
PattersonsOlady | PattersonsOlady
Caregiving struggles and the need for a serious conversation.
stropette | stropette
Hiring night care may be a better option. 😊
ZOE_XCII | ZOE_XCII
Prioritizing self-care is crucial, bringing in outside help recommended. 🙌
prove____it | prove____it
Caregiver's cruel ultimatum causes sleep deprivation and torture 😱
4alark | 4alark
💡 A helpful suggestion for caring for elderly family members at night.
jack2bax | jack2bax
Caregiver advised to hire a nurse, limit MIL's drinking 🍷
Steups13 | Steups13
NTA suggests MIL goes to rehab or nursing home 🚩
TheLastGerudo | TheLastGerudo
Sensible suggestion for caregiver to take a break and delegate duties 👍
lauraleipz | lauraleipz
Overworked caregiver needs help from MIL's son. 💪
Fluffy_Ad_9433 | Fluffy_Ad_9433
Assisted living might be better for MIL. 😊
wind-river7 | wind-river7
Stand your ground! 💪 Help husband understand the consequences. 🙏
Nightingur | Nightingur
Suggests seeing a doctor for injuries becoming permanent damage. 😱
Vccccccccc | Vccccccccc
Caregiver's health must come first, MIL should use bedpan 🤴
JHawk444 | JHawk444
Stand your ground 💪. It's not worth ruining yourself physically and mentally.
JoanneSmith567 | JoanneSmith567
Husband should step up. NTA caregiver seeks nighttime assistance. 👏
MaranwaeAmandil | MaranwaeAmandil
Caring for MIL with dementia isn't easy. NTA for setting boundaries. 🙏
Brefailslife420 | Brefailslife420
Nurse advises lifting equipment for MIL, urges husband to help. 👩⚕️
Ohmalley-thealliecat | Ohmalley-thealliecat
NTA but harsh truth about growing old with an ungrateful spouse 😕
pinkloafers | pinkloafers
Solutions suggested for caregiver struggling with disabled MIL's needs. 🙌
typhlosion109 | typhlosion109
Caregiver defends not lifting disabled MIL, suggests hoist or home placement.
ifmtobh | ifmtobh
Husband's sexist and gross behavior criticized, bedpan solution offered. 🙅
Capital_Armadillo780 | Capital_Armadillo780
A helpful NTA suggests bedside commode or PureWick to save relationships 👍
No_Leopard_9523 | No_Leopard_9523
Husband needs to step up and help his mother. You're NTA 👍
smalltowncountrylady | smalltowncountrylady
Incontinence pants vs. every hour bedpan: NTA wins, MIL & husband lose 😂
KtKi10 | KtKi10
Encouragement to caregiver to prioritize self-care and husband's involvement. 🙌
Maximum-Mode2757 | Maximum-Mode2757
Husband called out for lack of help, solutions suggested 👍
Active-Ad4429 | Active-Ad4429
Caregiver shares NTA experience of caring for grandparents and suggests bringing in night help or finding proper care for MIL.
krissi510 | krissi510
Professional help needed for disabled MIL, NTA.
Helgardh | Helgardh
Caregiving is tough. NTA suggests a vacation and MIL needs medical attention.
xxfemalehuman | xxfemalehuman
Diaper suggestion for disabled MIL sparks cost-saving debate. NTA.
Few-Afternoon-6276 | Few-Afternoon-6276
Sensible suggestion for caregiver and criticism of son's behavior. 💪
Auntienursey | Auntienursey
NTA. Your husband needs to step up and take responsibility. 💪
TimeSovereign | TimeSovereign
NTA suggests a practical and cost-effective solution for caregiver's dilemma. 💪
tayakb | tayakb
NTA. Suggests taking a well-deserved vacation and getting MIL a caregiver.
6poundpuppy | 6poundpuppy
Suggests seeking medical help and assisted living options 🚡
Whycantihavethatone | Whycantihavethatone
Caring for disabled MIL may require full care facility. NTA.
catsmom63 | catsmom63
Commode recommendation for disabled MIL, husband should help more 👍
YuGiOhPokemonStevie | YuGiOhPokemonStevie
Caregiving is exhausting, invest in bedside commode. NTA, consider in-home care.
Munchkin737 | Munchkin737
Helpful advice for NTA caregiver dealing with MIL's incontinence issue 👍
Crow_with_a_Cheeto | Crow_with_a_Cheeto
Demanding overnight aid, commenter takes no crap from husband. 💪
Divine_Mind257 | Divine_Mind257
Using incontinence aids preserves dignity, NTA judgement confirmed 👍
Shexleesh | Shexleesh
