My Husband Demanded a Third Child

My day started with the usual chaos of being a part-time remote worker and full-time mom to Lily, 10, and Brandon, 5. Married to Eric for 12 years, I handled parenting alone while he only provided financially. During dinner, he casually suggested a third child, ignoring his lack of involvement with our two. When I refused, his mother and sister called me spoiled for wanting

a partner who helps. That night, Eric demanded another baby, and when I said no, he kicked me out. I left, daring him to raise the kids alone. He couldn’t. I filed for divorce, kept the house, got full custody, and now he pays child support. Choosing myself was liberating. Have you ever had to put yourself first?