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expecting father needs advice

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guy123 · 09/04/2010 15:04

Hi there, i am 22 and found out around 4 months ago that my girlfriend is expecting our first baby. We had not been together long when we found out and it was a bit of a shock, however, I was willing to do my best and stand by her. I told my family the news of the baby and my mums reaction was not to be desired, she believed it was the wrong time and that my girlfriend should have an abortion, bare in mind my girlfriend has already said previous to this that abortion was out of the question as she did not believe in it. After hearing my mums opinion, I became confused and did suggest an abortion to my girlfriend, she got very upset and refused. My mum also spoke to my girlfriend and told her that an abortion would be best. This upset my girlfriend even more as she said she is 24 and not 14 and should not be told what to do by my mum and that the thought of abortion made her feel sick. After much arguing and confusion I decided to stick by my girlfriend, however, she is still not in contact with my mum. She says she is hurt and needs time, but I am upset as I want to be able to share this time with my family and dont feel I can do so with my girlfriend not having a relaionship with them. My girlfriend gets very angry about the situation and refuses to rush any form of reconciliation. Am I expecting too much from her? what should I expect? Please help!!

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gtamom · 11/04/2010 01:29

guy123, your bf's mother was way out of line. She obviously doesn't understand boundaries.

Yes, having a family can hold you back, but that is life.

She is entitled to her opinion, but should keep it to herself. She could have diplomatically had a talk with the two of you about your options and choices, but not tried to force abortion upon you. The baby is coming, and will be a part of her life.

I don't know what kind of a relationship you had with her to begin with, or if your own friends and family may want to help with nursery things.

I do think you will be better off emotionally to forgive her. That doesn't mean you will be bf with her, but to keep communication open, and be willing to adjust to each other.
You just learned a "what not to do" lesson in case the day comes that your child comes to you, saying his new gf is 4 months pregnant.

Good luck in the future, congratulations on your pregnancy, I hope all goes very well for you all.

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