Imagine breaking up with your partner, only to find out they're pregnant with your child. You both agree to be friends and co-parents, but things take a dramatic turn when your ex tries to kiss you and you refuse. Now, she wants to give the baby up for adoption, but you're not having it. This is the story of one man's fight to keep his baby, despite the backlash from his ex and their families. 💔👶
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The Breakup and the Baby Bump
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Agreeing to Co-Parent
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Getting Close Again
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Ex-Girlfriend's Angry Reaction
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Sticking to the Original Plan
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Adoption Becomes the Issue
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Facing the Ex's Fury
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Putting the Blame on Her
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Family Members Get Involved
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Constantly Asked the Same Question
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Frustration Boils Over
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Standing His Ground
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Parental Rights Complicate Things
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A Battle for Baby's Future: Who's Right? 🤷♂️
In a whirlwind of emotions, this dad-to-be is fighting to keep his baby despite his ex-girlfriend's demands for adoption. With both families getting involved and tensions rising, he's left questioning his decisions. But he remains determined to be a part of his child's life, even if it means going against the wishes of those around him. Let's see what the internet has to say about this complicated situation... 🌐💬
Support payments for unwanted child? NTA stands firm. 💪
liddelpegger | liddelpegger
INFO needed for custody decision. Get a lawyer ASAP! 🛡
walkingthrones19 | walkingthrones19
Ex-girlfriend demands adoption, dad-to-be fights back! NTA. User condemns ex's behavior and family's harassment. 💯
missmegsy | missmegsy
Get a lawyer, seek full custody, prioritize child's well-being. NTA 👏
SmellsLikeWetFox | SmellsLikeWetFox
NTA but only if willing to be sole parent. NAH otherwise.
HonPhryneFisher | HonPhryneFisher
Co-parenting gone wrong, but he's NTA for wanting baby.
RyoukonTheSpeedcuber | RyoukonTheSpeedcuber
Fighting back against baby ransom, seek legal help! 💪
CulturedPhilistine | CulturedPhilistine
Single dad-to-be considers custody options, ex-girlfriend's demands escalate. 🤔
Ricoret | Ricoret
Supportive comment advises precautions and formal talk with parents. 👍
thesilenceofthetrees | thesilenceofthetrees
Single dad-to-be fights ex-girlfriend's adoption demand. NTA.
bloodinthefields | bloodinthefields
User questions custody and financial agreement in naive coparenting situation.
ADarkStormyNight | ADarkStormyNight
NTA fights ex-girlfriend's manipulative adoption demands. Get legal help! 💪
Vast_Lecture | Vast_Lecture
Are they financially stable? NTA if ready for parenthood.
kkoreto1991 | kkoreto1991
Blurred lines, manipulative behavior, and co-parenting challenges. 😐
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Exes' blurred boundaries lead to a complicated and toxic situation. 😭
Deracinated | Deracinated
Pregnant ex-girlfriend wants adoption, dad-to-be should take full custody. 😐
sirensong150 | sirensong150
Adoptee shares positive experience, but avoids judgment on situation. 👍
strangerthaaang | strangerthaaang
Consider the long-term consequences before fighting for custody. 🤔
QuantumDwarf | QuantumDwarf
Ex's adoption demand: NTA wants custody, ex wants revenge. 🤷♂️
JDDJS | JDDJS
Complicated custody battle sparks suggestion for alternative parenting arrangement. 🤔
conneers | conneers
ESH - Commenter argues that both parties share the blame.
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Is he ready to be a single dad? 🤔
Cat_got_ya_tongue | Cat_got_ya_tongue
Solo parenting: NTA, expecting ex to join: YTA 🤔
Giovana_C | Giovana_C
Curious commenter asks about ex's intentions and differences. 🤔
chibs92 | chibs92
Clarification needed on custody arrangements. 🤔
bitchy_barbie | bitchy_barbie
MGTOW fanfic or real-life situation? The comment section debates.
randomizeplz | randomizeplz
NTA for wanting to keep the baby, but get a lawyer 😎
invisibuni | invisibuni
NTA leans towards primary custody. Will dad-to-be agree? 🤔
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NTA, but custody and birth certificate changes needed. 👍
EhDub13 | EhDub13
NTA fights back against ex-girlfriend's adoption demand 😎
jseqtor12 | jseqtor12
A comment on the horror of unwanted parenthood. 😱
datman510 | datman510
Legal counsel advised for dad-to-be in manipulative adoption demand. NTA.
FreedomDragon01 | FreedomDragon01
Expectations not met, dad-to-be worse. Ex-girlfriend wants 2-parent home.
potamoschrysou | potamoschrysou
A cautionary comment about the responsibilities of parenthood. 😔
TheRussiansrComing | TheRussiansrComing
Emotional comment sympathizing with ex-girlfriend's desire for adoption. 😔
youryuumtsau | youryuumtsau
Single dad-to-be advised to have financial resources and plan ahead. 👍
stuckinnowhereville | stuckinnowhereville
Taking full custody is the best solution. 👍
JessHas4Dogs | JessHas4Dogs
Consider the child's best interest and long-term consequences. 🤔
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Ex-girlfriend wants adoption, commenter supports dad-to-be's decision. NTA.
Himeera | Himeera
Ex-girlfriend wants adoption, but dad-to-be fights back. NTA wins!
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Father-to-be fights back against ex-girlfriend's adoption demand. NTA 👏
RedditDK2 | RedditDK2
Father-to-be fights for custody against manipulative ex-girlfriend. 💪
OhLovely_Brains | OhLovely_Brains
Did the ex-girlfriend keep the baby thinking dad-to-be would change?
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👍 Strongly suggest paternity test, NTA for fighting back.
Resident-Biscotti | Resident-Biscotti
Taking responsibility for the kid: YTA or NTA? 🤔
X23onastarship | X23onastarship
Sole parenthood or co-parenting? Tough decision for dad-to-be 🤔
LaraH39 | LaraH39
Father-to-be fights ex-girlfriend's adoption demand. Legal rights explained. 💪
ghotier | ghotier
Supportive comment urges caution and legal advice for single father-to-be.
Cotton-Candy-Lion | Cotton-Candy-Lion
Fight for custody but leave the door open for involvement. 👍
neener_neener_ | neener_neener_
Navigating parenthood and adoption with ex, NAH. 🙌
EeyoresDrugDealer | EeyoresDrugDealer
Single parenthood is tough, NTA for fighting for yourself 👏
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Fighting for custody, NTA. People change their minds, sadly.
Keowaii | Keowaii
Dad-to-be stands his ground, but could he have been nicer? 🤔
IamCaptainHandsome | IamCaptainHandsome
NTA, taking responsibility for the life you created 👏
Adventures_to_Come | Adventures_to_Come
Fair to demand motherhood? Or manipulation tactic? 🤔
MrsEB24 | MrsEB24
NTA, ex-girlfriend wants to avoid child support. Good luck, buddy! 👍
Alicex13 | Alicex13
Be a great parent, give her the option to relinquish rights. 👍
Wonderful_Peak | Wonderful_Peak
Supportive comment shows empathy for dad-to-be's situation. 🙌
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Father-to-be receives support and legal advice in custody battle.
itsjustmejttp123 | itsjustmejttp123
NTA, but adoption may be the best option 😕
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It's time to prioritize the baby's well-being. Consider all options. 👶🏻👨🏻
anbettercomment | anbettercomment
Engaging comment suggests prioritizing baby's well-being over personal desires. 👍
wise_joe | wise_joe
Be there for the birth, secure your place in the family 🙌
nightmaremain | nightmaremain
Ex-girlfriend tries to use child to get back, dad-to-be fights back! NTA
Kellogz27 | Kellogz27
Ex-girlfriend's selfishness and spite could lead to harmful actions. NTA 😲
vodka_philosophy | vodka_philosophy
NTA fights ex-girlfriend's manipulation and demands restraining order 😠
Lullaby37 | Lullaby37
A skeptical comment about paternity with a twist 👀
Sergeant_Fred_Colon | Sergeant_Fred_Colon
NTA if willing to accept single parenthood. Don't give up baby.
turtlehooker12 | turtlehooker12
Suggests letting ex-girlfriend put baby up for adoption. 🤔
nowheregirl713 | nowheregirl713
Ex-girlfriend's adoption demand after failed relationship backfires. NTA.
Calm_Initial | Calm_Initial
Father-to-be fights ex-girlfriend's adoption demand, gets accused of red flags. NTA 👍
realmaier | realmaier
Suggests terminating ex-girlfriend's parental rights for full custody. 😐
BroadElderberry | BroadElderberry
Offer her option to give up parental rights, save her. 🙏
aXeworthy | aXeworthy
Co-parenting is an option, NTA for wanting to be involved 👍
Sappyliving | Sappyliving
NTA. Father-to-be defends his choice on keeping the baby.
spiffyteacup3 | spiffyteacup3
The situation is complicated and stressful for everyone involved. 😢
Jeepersca | Jeepersca
New mom offers empathy and advice for handling pregnant ex-girlfriend.
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Stand your ground, get a lawyer, and sign over rights. 💪
sosovain616 | sosovain616
Dad-to-be stands his ground, not the a**hole 👍
relevantinterests | relevantinterests
Ex-girlfriend uses baby as bait, dad-to-be fights back. NTA wins!
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Father-to-be stands up for his rights. NTA and lawyered up! 💪
eregina3 | eregina3
Wait until after the baby is born to make decisions 🙏
v3tt3grave | v3tt3grave