Man Forced To Be A Dad Against His Will?

Michele Lang
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At 19, he wasn't ready to be a dad. Now, his parents want him to be involved in his child's life. Is he in the wrong? Read on to find out.

Fatherhood forced upon unwilling man at 19 😔

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Unwanted fatherhood revealed by vengeful ex-girlfriend 🔥

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Grandparents take over as dad? A conflicted son's story.

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Reluctant dad left alone with surprise guest 🍼

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Unwanted advances from stepmom? 😳

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Unwillingly became a dad, parents called me an AH. Aita?

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Forced fatherhood and family drama 😟👨‍👧‍👦

What happens when you become a dad against your will and are forced to take on responsibilities you never wanted? One man shares his story of how he ended up being a father at 19 and how his ex-girlfriend's recent actions have brought unwanted family drama into his life. Despite agreeing to just pay child support and not be involved in the child's life, his ex-girlfriend recently told his parents about the child, who are now taking care of her. However, things took a turn for the worse when the man was left to babysit the child and she kept coming into his room, causing him to finally lose his patience and tell her to stay in her room. Now his parents are angry and calling him a horrible father, but he never wanted to be a dad in the first place. Read on to see what others think about his situation and whether he's in the wrong or not.

OP refuses to be civil for one afternoon to a 10-year-old child in need of care. Commenters call him out for being a selfish prick. 🙄

FuckUGalen | FuckUGalen

Choosing not to be a parent is okay, being inhumane is not 🚫

metomere | metomere

YTA for being immature and not stepping up as a father 🤦‍♂️

SpecialKay329 | SpecialKay329

ESH, but OP needs to show basic respect and kindness.

stumblin_thrulif3 | stumblin_thrulif3

NTA for not wanting to be a dad, move out.

whittyray | whittyray

Being a dad or not, being a dick to a kid is uncalled for 🙅‍♂️

happybanana134 | happybanana134

Her family refused to take care of the child, but he shouldn't be forced to be a dad against his will. Some AHs in this situation, but he's not one for not wanting to be a dad. 😬

FanPuzzleheaded2513 | FanPuzzleheaded2513

NTA for not wanting to be a parent, but YTA for mistreating the kid 🤦‍♂️

anunkneemouse | anunkneemouse

User defends OP's decision but calls out difference in situations. 😕

parzivallia | parzivallia

Forced parenthood leads to emotional abuse and trauma. #NotTheA**hole

Visualhighs_ | Visualhighs_

NTA. OP made it clear he didn't want to be a father. Ex broke agreement. OP's parents tried to force him to babysit. They are the AH 😡

ProfN42 | ProfN42

Move out to avoid being forced into unwanted fatherhood 👶

Lhomme_ours | Lhomme_ours

No obligations to the kid? 🤔 Let's discuss.

Amigosnow | Amigosnow

Debate over forced parenthood sparks heated discussion 💥

bigfatchair | bigfatchair

👎 YTA's parenting struggles spark heated debate

abarua01 | abarua01

Debate on men's right to opt out of parenthood.

Jmh1881 | Jmh1881

Clear communication and boundaries are key. 🚫👶

No-Eggplant-6237 | No-Eggplant-6237

Commenter calls out OP for not taking responsibility ⚖️

MerlinBiggs | MerlinBiggs

Man refuses to parent his bio child and lives with them 💔

rishcast | rishcast

Heartbreaking situation for an innocent child 💔

cool_username__ | cool_username__

Setting boundaries while living with ex's child. 🤔

Vena_Mala | Vena_Mala

Not the a**hole and time to move out 👋

Extension-Reserve166 | Extension-Reserve166

Choosing not to be a dad doesn't mean you can't be kind 🤝

[deleted] | [deleted]

Woman agrees to be a single parent, NTA for leaving.

Dear-Analyst-1898 | Dear-Analyst-1898

Commenter calls out AH for being selfish and immature 🙄

FlangePlackets | FlangePlackets

Equal parental rights for men and women 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

autopilot4630 | autopilot4630

Don't let anyone force you into parenthood 🚫👶

KyliaQuilor | KyliaQuilor

Standing up for yourself, NTA comment shuts down critics 👍

PickyZombie | PickyZombie

Don't want to be a parent? NTA's got you covered 😎

Helia-axis | Helia-axis

Don't be forced into fatherhood. Stand up for yourself 👊

1287kings | 1287kings

Men have the right to choose parenthood too! 👏

censormenow2 | censormenow2

Choosing not to be a parent doesn't make you a**hole. 🚫👶

tiffanydisasterxoxo | tiffanydisasterxoxo

Taking responsibility or losing rights? Legal advice on parenthood.

antraxsuicide | antraxsuicide

OP shouldn't be forced to parent against his will 🚫👨‍👧

sith_lord93 | sith_lord93

Body autonomy applies to men too. NTA for choosing.

stupidusernamefield | stupidusernamefield

Choosing not to be a parent doesn't make you an a**hole 🚫👶

No_Limit_2589 | No_Limit_2589

Sick partner reneges on agreement to not have kids. NTA 👍

Idontknowtbh62 | Idontknowtbh62

Set boundaries, be civil with the child, and protect yourself ❤️

Unitier | Unitier

Choose your own parenthood adventure, but not your parents'.

Environmental_Fig933 | Environmental_Fig933

Time to move out 🏠✌️

MySexyDarlings | MySexyDarlings

Man refuses to be a dad and punishes innocent 10-year-old 🤦

The_Death_Flower | The_Death_Flower

Respect his choice! NTA for not wanting to be dad 🙏

AwareEgg9179 | AwareEgg9179

Forced fatherhood unfair to men too 🤷‍♂️

jessydso | jessydso

Choosing not to parent, but pressured by family for grandkids 🤔

Ok-Leave-7702 | Ok-Leave-7702

Dealing with unwanted fatherhood: Navigating NTA and YTA comments 😕

Necroverdose | Necroverdose

Respect boundaries: NTA didn't want to be a dad 👨‍👧‍👦

QualityNo3670 | QualityNo3670

Man doesn't want to be a dad, NTA. Paid child support.

Unable_Republic_6403 | Unable_Republic_6403