Woman Treated Like Live-In Maid By Mother-In-Law Shortly After Giving Birth, Seeks Help From Lazy Husband When She Gets Sick, But He Takes His Mother’s Side: 'You're the one on maternity leave'

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Being a new mom can be a wonderfully special and enlightening period of a woman's life. Experiencing the joy of seeing your flesh and blood in an adorable bundle that you can hold in your arms is a magical sensation. Many women flock to nurture their young, from seagulls to Labradors, most species have a connection between themselves and their offspring. Though newfound motherhood can bring a woman a feeling of life purpose she didn't feel before, it can also be a period of pain, struggles, sleepless nights, and frustration. 

This brings us to the Reddit thread. In this story, the original poster (OP) is a woman who's just had her first baby. Everyone knows that when it comes to childrearing, basically no one can do it alone. Raising the child in a community of family, getting help from past mothers, and having the support of your husband is crucial to a healthy and stable upbringing for the child. But in this case, OP doesn't have any of that. You'll have to read the full story below for all the juicy details.