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Having my ex partner at the birth of my baby

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Lookingforadvice101234 · 03/06/2025 21:49

Am I being unreasonable for not wanting my ex partner at the birth of our child? He left me at 12 weeks pregnant but still wants to be involved with baby; although has been pretty flaky and difficult up to now. I have decided I don’t want him there, he hasn’t actually asked. However when other people ask me if he’ll be there they seem shocked when I say no; as if I’m being unreasonable. Advice welcome

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dizzydizzydizzy · 03/06/2025 21:52

ThatJollyGreySquid · 03/06/2025 21:51

There’s no way I’d have him there when you’re at your most vulnerable. Can’t believe anyone thinks YABU.

Wholeheartedly agree!

mumofoneAlonebutokay · 03/06/2025 21:51

Don't tell people

Are you close to your mum?

Someone who's at the birth should be someone who was there through morning sickness, cravings, midnight snacks, midnight scares, endless scans and appointments and endless browsing for prams

If its not him, He shouldn't be at the birth

ThatJollyGreySquid · 03/06/2025 21:51

There’s no way I’d have him there when you’re at your most vulnerable. Can’t believe anyone thinks YABU.