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AIBU to go through with this?

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lostconf · 21/03/2026 17:30

Background: in a relationship for 2m, we will call him M.

M told me very early on that he has trust issues (understandable given his history) and was worried I’d leave.

1 month in he freaked out that we were too serious and he wasn’t ready. I agreed, we slowed it down.

2 months in, I missed my period. I was on the pill but I think it’s been affected by my IBS. Definitely didn’t miss any.

told him I missed my period, he broke up with me and broke down in tears saying he was broken and couldn’t have a rship, suicidal etc. This was 1 march.

after a week of a mixture of not speaking and him saying he was sorry for hurting me and how mentally unwell he was, I found out I’m pregnant. I told him.

he has basically told me He ended it because he couldn’t trust me. I hadn’t told him straight away that my sterilisation had failed, (I told him 3 weeks into the relationship and was on the pill the whole time). His friends thought I was baby trapping him.

we ended up arguing all last week, him saying I’d messed up, that I was now being nasty, that he was broken and scared I’d leave so he hurt me by trying not to get hurt himself, as if he got hurt it would be the end of him. He said he didn’t think we’d have lasted anyway, and the differences between us were too big (the difference being our thoughts on marriage).

he then said he regretted saying anything and wished we were still together, that he wished we could come back from this but we can’t, that he wished he could go back in time or that he’d met me when he was mentally better. Then said he’d support me with the baby.

i felt he’d been very toxic, one minute saying we weren’t right for each other, the next saying he wished he’d met me later when he was better. He’d gone from breaking up with me cos of his mental health to then blaming me.

i now have to decide whether or not to keep the baby. He made it clear he wants to be in the baby’s life. The last message he sent to me was deliberately hurtful and nasty, so I have since told him he will never hear from me again. And we have been no contact for a week. (Although he watches my stories on WhatsApp, which is weird. He deleted me everywhere else)

im now struggling with a mixture of heartbreak, as I genuinely cared for him. It was too intense too soon and that’s why it hurts… but also the fact I’m now pregnant and don’t know what to do. I feel abandoned, as despite his words he hasn’t actually been around. I’m worried he’s looking for someone else, though as he can’t trust anyone it’s likely to be casual.

when I make a decision, which has to be soon, AIBU to not tell him? To just disappear, and leave him to it? He is clearly unwell if he’s been suicidal (though apparently
feels better now it’s sunny) and me
messaginf him may make it worse (he says us talking reminds him of how much he hurt me) but he should have a right to know? He’s probably waiting for me to tell him.

never been in a situation like this before, i was happily married (he died) and it’s my first proper relationship since he passed away.

OP posts:
IwishIcouldconfess · 21/03/2026 17:34

For goodness sake, this is not a stable relationship and bringing a child into it is dam right cruel.

Sirzy · 21/03/2026 17:38

It doesn’t sound like an ideal situation to be having a child in any way but ultimately it’s your body and only you can decide

DelphiniumBlue · 21/03/2026 17:38

He sounds toxic. If you keep the baby he will be in your life for years. Do not imagine he will be any support at all, in fact on the contrary, he will cause difficulties that you can well do without.
Would say only proceed with the pregnancy if you are desperate for a baby AND you are of an age where this is likely to be your last chance to do so.
Also, if you do have a termination, don’t tell him. He is just the type to be nasty about it. Just let him think you’ve miscarried, if that’s the path you decide to go down.

KnewYearKnewMe · 21/03/2026 17:41

How old are you, OP?

McGregor33 · 21/03/2026 17:43

From my experience of this, he walked away after a few more tantrums. Baby is now older and anytime we walk past him he runs in opposite direction.

Regardless you didn’t baby trap him, he actively had sex with you without taking any of his own precautions and that’s on him.

wafflesmgee · 21/03/2026 17:47

It is not an easy decision for anyone to have n abortion and I wish you luck whatever you decide.

In your situation I would have an abortion. I would also have one in any relationship if I’d only been together with the partner for one month. For me it would not be enough time to truly know the person and trust them with my child.
I currently teach a pupil whose father committed suicide when she was three. It has been so harrowing for her and extended family.

maybe write a list of pros and cons based on what is happening now and what you know now, not what he is promising in the future. If your child were born today, what would their life be like? What support network would you and your child have around you? How financially stable are you if you were to solo parent? Look into benefits etc and housing. Get as many facts as you can to make an informed choice, including timescales for a final decision.
Either way, it is your body and your right to choose. Sending a hug and support your way, and I am sorry for your loss.

Purplecatshopaholic · 21/03/2026 17:48

IwishIcouldconfess · 21/03/2026 17:34

For goodness sake, this is not a stable relationship and bringing a child into it is dam right cruel.

Yup, spot on.

IPM · 21/03/2026 17:48

Christ, all this in 2 months??

He's an emotional mess with mental health issues.

You don't need to be dealing with him and a pregnancy.

I'd just ghost him if I were you.

Idontjetwashthefucker · 21/03/2026 17:49

Wow, do not bring a baby into this...seriously

Kay286 · 21/03/2026 17:49

a relationship should not be like this , especially not after 2 months ! Has disaster written all over it , only you can decide to what decision to make but if you go ahead you will be linked to this man forever. Not a healthy situation to bring a baby into the world, I would not proceed and have nothing further to do with this man. A when you enter your next relationship ensure its stable and healthy

Doseofreality · 21/03/2026 17:50

Please do not bring an innocent child in to this fucked up scenario.
i say scenario because it isn’t a relationship, you barely know each other.

DoYouWantHalfThisSandwich · 21/03/2026 17:50

I’m sorry for the loss of your husband @lostconf 💐 Sadly, I think you know deep down that this ‘relationship’ doesn’t have a future & is not the right space to bring a baby in to. Take some time to be kind to yourself while you make your decision, & please don’t be swayed by this man - if he needs support he can find it in family, GP, counselling (I’m going to assume given his history he is known to his GP & MH services). 💐

MyOliveStork · 21/03/2026 17:51

Do you really want to be dealing with this man for the next 20 years (and beyond)? Having a baby with him means him being part of your life for that long at least.
And, No I don’t think you should be having his baby.

Katemax82 · 21/03/2026 17:52

This isn't helpful but why the fuck do people believe in "baby trapping" just a load of misogynistic woman hating bile! Op only you know if you want the baby but this man sounds an absolute nightmare

toomuchfaff · 21/03/2026 17:55

YANBU to not tell him your decision. Its your body; your decision.

Personally I'd end the relationship and abort the baby, block him and get away from this man. He isnt a good option for a relationship. Nothing will fix him or it. Get rid of him and walk away

OriginalSkang · 21/03/2026 17:55

Obviously not telling you what you should do, but I wouldn't keep the baby

I would tell him that and then block him. I wouldn't involve him in the decision, but I would tell him what I'd decided

I think if you were to not tell him what was happening either way with the baby and then blocked him, he would at some point be trying to get in touch to find out. And it really seems like you need a clean break from him because its not at all a healthy relationship

MatildaTheCat · 21/03/2026 17:56

Since you mention a failed sterilisation you presumably have children already and clearly had no intention of having more. Think of them before you even consider having a child with this unstable and unpleasant person. You’ll have him in your life forever potentially.

think of the bigger picture and then move on.

Conkersinautumn · 21/03/2026 17:56

I'd say you were sterilised, presumably you'd decided that meant no more children.

I realise things change. Ultimately do you want to single parent? If you're not sure then no, because it's not a decision that you can go back on in a few more months.
This guy is too much of a mess to take part of this responsibility or to work with as a team, so make the decision solely on what you want/ can handle.
Without a child together you can cut him out completely. His problems are not yours

InfoSecInTheCity · 21/03/2026 17:56

Take him completely out of the equation right now, yes it was too intense too quick and a pregnancy is not ideal but it’s happened and all you can do now is decide on what you do next.

So, working on the assumption he will be gone, or possibly minimally a part of your life for contact arrangements and handovers, do YOU want this child and can YOU support them. You have to assume you’ll have nothing from him no emotional, childcare or financial support.

youalright · 21/03/2026 17:58

Does he have eupd

paulhollywoodshairgel · 21/03/2026 17:59

He sounds like very hard work. Do you really want to be tied to this manchild for the rest of your life by having a child with him? He doesn’t sound like he’d be a good dad at all. Bringing a baby into all this mess will not be good for either of you.

OriginalSkang · 21/03/2026 17:59

I think she means the pill failing by failed sterilisation

Followthesunshine · 21/03/2026 18:00

To terminate or keep is only a decision you can make but if it was me I could not tie myself to this man for the next 18 years. Do not make any assumptions about how involved or not he will be when making your decision.

JanBlues2026 · 21/03/2026 18:03

I know so many women that have had a child or more with this kind of man and they go through absolute hell, I could not tie myself to someone like this

Topjoe19 · 21/03/2026 18:04

It's a world of pain waiting for you if you have a baby with this man.

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