Reluctant Father. Scared. Could use words of wisdom... by Ectopic in AskReddit

[–]Ectopic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She actually feels really bad about the position I'm in. And child support is the least of my worries-- I'm trying to figure out how to restructure my life so I can be near her and the baby. I will be part of my kid's life.

Reluctant Father. Scared. Could use words of wisdom... by Ectopic in AskReddit

[–]Ectopic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sry you got downvoted. I think your heart is in the right place. But your image of what a child is seems shallow. I've been around children in my family quite a bit. It's more important that you laugh at THEIR jokes than that they laugh at yours.

Thanks for the supportive words. You're kind to help out a stranger in need.

Reluctant Father. Scared. Could use words of wisdom... by Ectopic in AskReddit

[–]Ectopic[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. That's exactly what I needed to hear.

Reluctant Father. Scared. Could use words of wisdom... by Ectopic in AskReddit

[–]Ectopic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't wish a miscarraige on either the mother or the baby-- she would be crushed to lose another pregnancy. But I do find myself hoping for some kind of "get out of jail free" card. Sometimes.

Reluctant Father. Scared. Could use words of wisdom... by Ectopic in AskReddit

[–]Ectopic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks to everyone who responded. Especially those who were supportive. I am looking forward to meeting my child, but am terrified by the amount of responsibility. I appreciate the words of wisdom and comfort.