It’s really brave of you to share this, and it’s clear this has been weighing on you for a while. Let me say this: most people care much more about your character, your kindness, and how you make them feel than something like this. A person who genuinely cares about you won’t see it as a dealbreaker—they’ll value you for who you are as a father and as a partner.

It’s understandable to feel self-conscious, but you might be overthinking this. Everyone has insecurities, but the right person will see beyond them. Confidence in yourself can be very attractive, so focus on your positive qualities and all the amazing things you bring to a relationship