Once a couple gets pregnant does the man become surplus to requirements?

Or a valued important part of the parenthood journey?

What are your experiences with this?

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JimboSaturn · 56-60, M

I think a pair bonded couple raising a child is definitely an asset. Much easier with two people than one.

zonavar68 · 56-60, M

@JimboSaturn I don't understand anything about 'pair bonding' 8-) My 8 y/o wants me and her mum back together but that won't ever happen. Her mum disrespected me so badly from day 1 of discovering she was pregnant that I don't give a rats how physically attractive she might be. Her toxic narcissistic approach to men wrecked it (for me). But I am dedicated to being the best dad with the limited resources I have.

JimboSaturn · 56-60, M

@zonavar68 I think what I mean by pair bond is that you actually care for each other. If your relationship is toxic or unhappy, one parent is better than two.