My little sister just told me that our parents said that they regret having her

A 20-year-old man shared a heartbreaking story about his 6-year-old sister, who overheard their parents say they regretted having her. His sister, who is mentally slower than other kids, relies on him for comfort and support.

After confronting his parents about their cruel words, the user was told to leave the house within two months. Now, he’s torn between protecting his sister and figuring out how to move forward in this painful situation.

‘ My little sister just told me that our parents said that they regret having her?’

I’m a 20-year-old guy with a 6-year-old little sister, and honestly, she’s my favorite person in the world. She’s sweet, curious, and always looking to spend time with me when I’m home. Whenever I’m playing video games or just hanging out, she’s usually right there, chatting away or asking me to play with her.

Yesterday, though, something happened that completely broke my heart. I was in my room, gaming, when she walked in crying—her little face red and wet with tears. I immediately paused the game and asked her what was wrong.

She hesitated for a moment, but then she told me the most devastating thing: our parents had just said they regretted having her. Hearing those words come out of her mouth was like a punch to the gut. I didn’t want to believe it, but I knew I had to confront them.

I went straight to our parents and demanded an explanation. At first, they tried to brush me off, but when I pushed, they admitted it. They actually said it. They told me they find her “extremely annoying” and that if they’d known she’d be this way, they would’ve aborted her.

The reason? My little sister is a bit different. She’s mentally slower than other kids her age, which means she sometimes struggles to understand things or takes a bit longer to catch on. But that’s no reason to treat her like this. She’s just a kid—a sweet, innocent little girl who doesn’t deserve to be made to feel like she’s a burden.

I lost it. I yelled at them, told them how cruel and heartless they were being. It turned into a full-blown argument, and by the end of it, my sister was clinging to me, refusing to leave my side. She doesn’t understand everything, but she knows when she’s not wanted, and that’s what kills me the most.

Now, my parents have made it clear that they want me out of the house. They’ve given me two months to find somewhere else to live. But all I can think about is my sister. Who’s going to be there for her when I’m gone?

Who’s going to hold her when she’s crying or make her laugh when she’s feeling sad? I can’t stand the thought of leaving her alone with them—of her growing up in an environment where she’s treated like she’s unwanted.

I’ve been wracking my brain trying to figure out what to do. I know I need to leave for my own sanity, but how can I abandon her? How can I just walk away knowing the way they treat her?

I don’t know what the right move is here. Should I try to fight for her? Should I contact someone for help? All I know is that she deserves better, and I’ll do whatever it takes to make sure she gets it.

Let’s dive into the reactions from Reddit:

bananafor −  Something’s wrong with your parents to say that to a six year old. Do you have some close relatives to talk to? If you move out can you reside nearby? Your parents may be willing to let your sister visit often or spend the weekend. Children can grow up fine even if there’s just one person who cares about them and makes them feel loved.

ahdrielle −  I would contact CPS to be honest. She’s being verbally abused and her special needs are more than likely not being tended to properly. She deserves better.

jane-doep −  You have 2 months. I don’t know how you should handle this but you have 2 months to collect recordings, keep a journal of what they are doing and any other evidence of their n**lect/abuse. Do NOT let on what you are up to.

This way whatever the future holds for you and your sister you will have the proof you need to deal with this. Edit: apparently depending on where you live this may not be legal, OP if you see this, check first. And best of luck to you however it goes.

ThrowRANakedDoritos −  Omg thats so fucked up. Im so sorry for your sister. Take her with you. Can sibling get custody of younger siblings?. Do that!

Anzfun −  Your parents are verbally abusing her. They sound like rotten people and I hope no one takes care of them when they are old and feeble.
That said, please contact CPS or your sister’s school administrators to let them know what your parents are doing. And hats off to you for being a caring, loving big brother in spite of your parents.

d4z07 −  Do they normally have that attitude towards her? If you have a decent job you could try and become her guardian if you move out

BatBitch1016 −  First of all, you’re a good brother. Second of all, your parents are POS. Third of all, SHE’S 6! Kids her age have a right to be annoying! That’s what they do. You might be able to get custody of her when you move out. I’m not 100% sure, I would go to r/legaladvice, but if you get custody they would have to pay you for her care.

feshty −  As someone who was treated like your younger sister, save her the years of trauma and ger her the f**k out of there.

RonnieRozbox −  Call CPS and anonymously ask some questions. Figure out if they could place her with other family or if they’d be willing to place her with you, or allow you to supervise visits. She’s not safe where she is.

If parents are bold enough to say that stuff to her and your face, imagine what will happen if you leave her with them alone. Help this wonderful little girl have a beautiful life full of love, and leave the trash where it belongs.

Forgotmyusername85 −  This broke my heart. Made me cry at my desk. She doesn’t deserve this. That’s all I can say.