Family relationships can get complicated when a deceased loved one is replaced.

This man is a new father who wanted to honor his late dad’s role in the family.

When his mother visited with her partner, she began referring to him as “Grandpa” to the baby.

So, he reacted negatively, which sparked tension between him and his mother.

Check out the full story below.

AITA for not allowing my mom to refer to her partner as Grandpa to my newborn son? My dad passed 4 years ago.

For some background, my parents divorced back in the early 2000s.

My relationship with my dad wasn’t initially great, but as time went on, we became closer and on great terms.

He unexpectedly passed 4 years ago.

This man remained respectful to his mother’s new partner.

I don’t have a good relationship with my mom’s current partner, but we remain respectful towards each other.

Fast forward to now, my wife and I just had our first child.

My mom visited for the first time on the weekend with her partner.

He didn’t like it when his mom referred to her partner as “Grandpa” while talking to his baby.

She kept referring to her partner as Grandpa to my son, which I felt was disrespectful to my dad who is and would have that title.

I kicked up a fuss, to which she got mad, and both left abruptly.

AITA?

Perhaps they should’ve discussed what the baby would call the mom’s partner ahead of time.

Let’s read the responses of other people on Reddit to this story.

This person gives their honest opinion.

His name should be used, says this person.

This user shares their personal thoughts.

And finally, here’s a valid point.

Family titles are earned through love, not convenience.

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