Imagine yourself as a single, middle-aged man, yearning for the joy of parenthood. After countless disappointments in the adoption process, you’re finally given a chance – but there’s a catch. You must agree to an open adoption with a couple of wandering hippies, promising them a future relationship with the child. You reluctantly agree, and soon, you’re blessed with a son, ‘Raphael’. Fast forward 12 years, the birth mother reappears, ready to claim her part of the deal. But, are you ready to uphold your end of the bargain?
The Long Road to Fatherhood ️

The Unconventional Proposal

The Unusual Birth Parents

The Birth and Disappearance ️

The Unexpected Turnaround

The Difficult Decision

The Broken Promise?

The Accusation and Clarification

The Unveiled Intentions

A Promise Unkept or a Father’s Protective Instinct? ♂️
In a whirlwind of unexpected events, our single dad finds himself caught between a promise made years ago and the well-being of his son. The birth mother, once a wandering hippie, now a reformed woman, seeks to reconnect. But our dad, fearing the potential emotional turmoil, decides to shield his son from this sudden reconnection. Accusations fly, with the birth mother reminding him of his long-forgotten promise. But was it really a promise, or just a means to an end? As the dust settles, we’re left wondering – is he protecting his son, or breaking a sacred promise? Let’s dive into the internet’s take on this intriguing situation… ️♀️
YTA. Open adoption gone wrong. Child caught in the middle.

Selfishness and broken promises: YTA for denying the kid’s chance

“YTA. You can’t break an open adoption agreement. “

“YTA – If he finds out it was an open adoption…”

YTA. Asking your kid’s opinion and then saying no?

YTA: Don’t deny your child a relationship with their bio mom!

Changing your mind about open adoption? YTA for selfish reasons.

YTA for ignoring your kid’s wishes? ♂️

YTA. Breaking a promise to your child can have consequences.

YTA. Respect your kid’s wishes and the terms of adoption.

YTA in a major way. Abusive, cruel, and a huge AH move.

Tick tock! A contentious future awaits with broken promises.

YTA for breaking adoption agreement and denying son’s birth mother

“YTA. Adoptees and birth parents have spoken out extensively. “

YTA: Breaking an open adoption promise can lead to loss.

YTA. A**hole dad breaks promise, judges and violates son’s trust.

YTA. Broke agreement, selfish. Future resentment. Be a better dad.

Respecting your child’s wishes is crucial for a harmonious adoption.

YTA: Denying your son’s right to meet his bio parents

YTA. Breaking your promise to your son will have consequences.
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Commenter criticizes adoption process, calls OP an a**hole.

“YTA. Adoption agreement breach? Karma’s gonna bite you in the a**.”

YTA. Agreeing with previous comments.

YTA, but why ask for advice if you won’t take it?

“YTA. Nixing adoption because of your feelings? Let your son connect .”

“YTA. The kid wants to meet them. End of story.”
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Hypothetical promise leads to potential relationship ruin.

Single dad’s excitement leads to a breach of trust.

“Soft YTA. Your son’s wishes matter. Embrace support, good luck!”

YTA. Prioritizing kids’ needs over petty jealousy?

Betrayal and consequences: A single dad’s broken adoption promise.

YTA! Adoption promise backlash could destroy your relationship!

Adoptive parent’s betrayal: Ungrateful or justified?

“YTA. Adopting for selfish reasons? Legal consequences await you!”

Disregarding your child’s wishes? YTA.

YTA. Open adoption promises broken. Child deserves more love

YTA for denying your son the opportunity to meet his birth mother

“YTA. Prioritizing yourself over the child. Disgusting parenting. “

YTA gets called out for an edited comment.

“YTA: Breaking a promise to your son and his birthmom.”

“YTA. Think of your kid first.” – A controversial adoption decision.

YTA: Broken promises and selfishness jeopardize father-son trust.

Open adoption request denied. Dad called ‘gigantic a**hole’. YTA

Commenter criticizes selfish adoption motives, predicts future consequences. YTA

YTA. Massive backlash for OP’s rude responses.

YTA for manipulating adoption. Bio parents AHs for waltzing back. ♂️

Engaging with bio parents is crucial to maintain a close relationship

OP accused of lying; open adoption may backfire. Karma awaits.

Heartbreaking betrayal: A father’s selfishness tears a family apart.

OP warned about potential tragedy in closed adoptions. YTA

“YTA, your child’s needs matter too! Respect their wishes! “

YTA: Honor the compromise, meet the birth mother for your son

Reconnecting with kids or just dropping off babies?

YTA: Adopted child’s future may bring consequences for you.

YTA: Selfish single dad breaks open adoption promise. Disgusting behavior!

When secrets unravel, the consequences can be devastating.
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Consider arranging occasional meetings for son to meet birth mother.

Breaking a promise in adoption? Brace for consequences, YTA.

YTA and you know it.

“Lying to your child and the parents? YTA, no doubt! “
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YTA: A broken promise with consequences.

“YTA. Your kid deserves to meet his bio mom sooner.”

Adoptive parent’s decision to prevent connection with birth mother. YTA

YTA: A broken promise that will lead to justified resentment.

Breaking a promise and denying your son’s wishes? YTA!

YTA: Trust broken with son, causing future relationship damage

Adoptee’s warning: Secrets can ruin relationships and cause estrangement.

YTA: A liar and an a**hole for manipulating birth parents.

Questioning OP’s intentions and calling them out for being an AH

YTA breaks promise in open adoption, sparks angry backlash.

“YTA – Denying your son’s connection with his biological mother? “

Dad’s secret may backfire when son discovers truth in 9 years

Commenter warns single dad of potential consequences for adoption choice

Maintain trust and respect with your son to avoid resentment

ESH but mostly you. Single dad’s adoption promise backfires.
