When One Parent Breaks a Promise and the Other Steps In: Navigating the Fallout

My ex promised our child a magical trip to Disney, but when the day came, that promise was broken. I couldn’t bear to see the disappointment in my child’s eyes, so I made the trip happen myself. But now, instead of joy, I’m facing backlash—accusations of overstepping and spoiling. It’s hard to know what’s right when you’re caught between protecting your child’s happiness and trying not to create more tension with your co-parent. Have you ever been in a situation where you had to pick up the pieces after a broken promise? How did you handle it? Share your thoughts below! #ParentingChallenges #CoParenting #FamilyDynamics #PromisesMatter #Parenting