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Feeling unsure and sad.

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atwitsend0 · 22/04/2024 13:38

I didn't know where to post this and although not in a relationship, I am pregnant and at wits end dealing with everything.

I feel completely overwhelmed, stressed out and being completely ignored by the baby's father.

I have messaged him (and although resigned myself to the fact I will be doing this alone), want his full financial support. He can more than afford it and is in a wealthy enough position to do so. He has 2 other kids he supports, but is completely ignoring me. He messaged back saying he will call me but then doesn't bother.

I feel distraught, depressed and already stressed with work and now this on top of everything is giving me panic attacks.

I'm now half way through the pregnancy and no longer want to be pregnant.

Not sure about the post but would like any advice on how to navigate this.

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ScottishShortie · 22/04/2024 14:18

Is he married?

solice84 · 22/04/2024 14:20

Is there a reason you can't just apply for
CMS once the baby is born ?

YourSnugHazelTraybake · 22/04/2024 14:22

Bottom line op until baby is born he's not obliged to contribute financially. It's shit of him, but you can't force him. Stop messaging him, stop contacting him, because all you're doing is hurting yourself. He's shown you who he is, and he's not going to change. Once baby is here go through cms and let them deal with him for you. Concentrate on what you can do yourself, as you're never going to be able to rely on him x

Watchkeys · 22/04/2024 14:26

What precisely is the problem? Worry about the future? Not enough money right now? Emotional rejection?

Narrow it down, there's a million things that might be upsetting you here, so you're probably trying to deal with a million potentials. Work out the issue(s) and deal with them practically. You'll feel more capable, and so, less anxious.

atwitsend0 · 22/04/2024 14:41

ScottishShortie · 22/04/2024 14:18

Is he married?

He's divorced.

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atwitsend0 · 22/04/2024 14:42

Watchkeys · 22/04/2024 14:26

What precisely is the problem? Worry about the future? Not enough money right now? Emotional rejection?

Narrow it down, there's a million things that might be upsetting you here, so you're probably trying to deal with a million potentials. Work out the issue(s) and deal with them practically. You'll feel more capable, and so, less anxious.

Pretty much all those things. I think I was calmer and dealing with it better a few months ago, and now struggling.

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