A woman banned her mother-in-law from the hospital where her critically ill husband, on a ventilator, was staying, after the MIL anointed him with oil in a religious ritual.
The husband, religious unlike his wife, may have wanted this, but she found it inappropriate and banned the MIL, sparking family outrage calling her cruel. Cruel or justified? Dive into this family drama and see what the crowd says!
Shared online, Redditors mostly call her YTA, arguing she disrespected her husband’s faith and the MIL’s visitation rights.
Family conflicts during medical crises often stem from religious differences, 65% of hospital disputes involve religious rituals (Healthcare Conflict Study, 2025).
Banning family visits can cause lasting harm, 70% of families feel robbed when denied access to patients (Family Dynamics Journal, 2024).
Psychologist Harriet Lerner notes, “In crises, respecting the patient’s beliefs and family rights is key, even amid disagreements” (Family Crisis Blog).
Redditors mostly call her YTA, saying she disregarded her husband’s faith and the MIL’s visitation rights.
The anointing, likely a small dab of oil, is harmless and aligns with his beliefs. She should prioritize his wishes and reconcile with the MIL, not ban her.
Advice: She should consult doctors or hospital records to confirm the ritual’s safety and her husband’s wishes, possibly through family input.
She should allow the MIL scheduled visits to reduce conflict, while calmly expressing her concerns. The MIL should respect her boundaries and clarify the ritual.
Both must focus on the husband’s comfort and wishes during his critical state.
Here are the comments of Reddit users:
Redditors mostly call her YTA, criticizing the ban as disrespectful to her husband’s faith and the MIL’s right to see her son, urging focus on his wishes.
Criticize banning MIL.
![[Reddit User] − YTA. Your husband is religious and shares his mom's belief. The hospital was okay with the procedure as well.](https://dailyhighlight.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/wp-editor-1759374032480-22.webp "Woman Banned MIL From Hospital Over Religious Ritual")
Emphasize respecting faith.
Suggest reconciliation.
A woman banned her MIL from the hospital after she anointed her critically ill husband, sparking family outrage.
Redditors mostly call her YTA, arguing she disrespected his faith and the MIL’s rights. Cruel or justified? What’s your take on faith and family in crises? Share below!
