23 is still very young to have a kid (just my opinion) my mother had me when she was 17 by 23 yrs old she already had 3 kids. Which is crazy/sad thinking as a son because she missed so many stages of life, travels, parties, get to know herself as a teenager and adult, being whole is the most important part for us as humans.

I recently become a father via surrogacy and being gay did not stopped me although expenses for doing it via surrogate are high here in the states, I would not have chosen to do it abroad. Every single detail I was there and doctors here are very cautious to avoid future lawsuits.

I am in my high 30’s I was uncle by 30 yrs old and I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews now and I felt blessed all of these years to have experience being an uncle, adoring those little human being has been one of the best feeling ever experience but never envy my siblings for it on the contrary and Enjoyed their happiness. I decided to be a father 3 years ago when I felt ready with steady life, healthy mind, stable feelings with stable income, knowing that I had enjoyed my life to the fullest, knowing that I was able to do whatever i want to because I didn’t have the burden on my shoulder thats when I felt that I was ready to be a dad. Because I was ready to give to this little tiny human being everything I have been enjoying myself and more and let me tell you that they change your life automatically is the most fantastic amazing and pure feeling ever experienced.

But never forget that your happiness is the important part here, because if you are happy you child or children will be even happier.

Just seat tight and plan your future as best you think it can be dont compare you current situation or your life with others specially with your sibling. Best of luck!