09/14/2025
My son-in-law kept me away from my granddaughter — until I found out why.
I’m a 57-year-old woman and my life has always centered on my daughter, Chloe. Her dad left on her birthday, so it was just her and me.
When Chloe became involved with Ryan, I was overjoyed for her. Later, she called, overwhelmed with happiness, “Mommy, I’m pregnant!” My heart was bursting with pride.
I was present in the hospital when Ava was born, holding her close and whispering, “Grandma loves you.” Those were precious, joyful seconds.
Everything felt different once they brought Ava home.
I figured they were just adjusting. I tried to support them: meals, laundry, you name it. But Ryan always answered the door.
“YOU CAN LEAVE THIS HERE,” he’d say bluntly. “Chloe’s resting!”
I begged for a visit, hoping to see Ava, but he never let me in. Weeks passed, and I’d cry over the baby blanket I’d made for her, not understanding why he kept me away.
One afternoon at the grocery store, I connected with Claire, the maternity nurse. She smiled at me, “You must be the luckiest grandma!”
Tears welled up as I said, “Ryan won’t let me see Ava. I HAVEN'T SEEN her since the hospital!”
Her smile slipped away as she grew serious. She whispered quietly.
“Linda… maybe I shouldn’t say anything.”
I anxiously asked, “WHAT IS IT?”
“I heard Ryan on the phone in the hospital. I believe he PROMISED someone he wouldn’t let you see the baby.” ⬇️⬇️⬇️