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Comment by ryandrake

2 years ago

I think the importance of the "making" part greatly depends on how long it's been since the making happened. The more time that elapsed, the less important it is, and the more important the child's existing bond to their (assumed) father is. If I suddenly found out my 10 year old didn't happen to biologically come from me, it's not like I'd love her any less. What kind of monster says "Oh, so the kid's not 'biologically mine', I'm going to stop loving them!"

I'd have words with mom, though, obviously...

> I'd have words with mom, though, obviously...

To what end?

  • Never gave it much thought because my kid's genetic lineage has never really been called into question. Obviously if something like this came up, you'd have to talk to your partner about a wide variety of topics ranging from trust to STDs. But "should I keep loving and raising the child" would obviously not be one of them.