Rita Odafe
A Mother’s Strategy for Handling a Neglectful Father
Pontsho Malatji, a mother from South Africa, recently took to X to reveal her tactics for managing the situation with her son’s uninvolved father, who expressed a desire to speak to the child.
In her post, she included a screenshot of a WhatsApp exchange where she explicitly detailed what the father needed to provide for their son.
The communication highlighted various necessities such as clothing sizes, school uniforms, and financial contributions for extracurricular activities, including sports kits and awards events.
Moreover, Malatji addressed additional costs such as groceries and other everyday expenses.
She firmly wrapped up her message with a striking statement: “Talking to a child that you do nothing for, should be the last thing on your mind right now.”
In her post caption, she noted, “Deal with deadbeats nice nice.” Her straightforward and structured response has ignited conversation online, with many applauding her for her clear and practical stance on ensuring her child’s welfare.
