Is it normal to want to leave my pregnant girlfriend

my girlfriends 4 months pregnant. I the only one working and i feel shes unappreciative. She does not support my financial decisions. Shes extremely jealous and shes super controlling. I do though trust her with my life but we always argue. i feel as if i cant be with her anymore. she recently left me but she expects me to try and fix things. i really don't know what to do anymore. i am going to set up the child support if i do leave her. am i a jerk for leaving her during her pregnancy?

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  • I think you kind of are... but idk your girlfriend either, so maybe she is a little over the top. But bein pregnant put your body through a lot of changes, and they make you real moody, and u just cant help it!!! Trust me im a nurse, there's a lot more to bein pregnant than having a big belly. Just figure out your own way to escape from the stress (go out for some drinks, or go to your boys house regularly so u can have time to clear your mind). But she's really gonna need you so try please.

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  • Stick it out. It's your kid dude. Man up!

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  • Pyjamas.

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  • You have to realize it is not about YOU anymore, it's about your unborn child.
    Put that child first before your own selfish wants and desires: That's what being a parent is all about, and if you can't manage that, then start wearing a fucking condom!

    And as far as your girlfriend is concerned: You need to start putting yourself in her shoes (this is a VERY scary time for her) and stop being so self-absorbed and whining about YOUR situation - she has it WAY worse than you right now (obviously - you're either too stupid or too young to realize this on your own)!

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  • At least be around for the kid. If not, you're a total loser.

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  • 2 options here my brotha

    1-Abortion. Either do it yourself or go see a doctor

    2-Leave. This girl doesn't take you seriously

    Leave her to be a single mother & she will regret being a bitch to you

    Also do you want this girl in your life until you die?

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    • yeah real nice johnny i'm a guy and even i think your a tosser she will not regret being a bitch to you poster simply because right now her body has a billion and one different hormones racing through her body so she can make fingers and toes. when the child is born it will still take a little while for these hormones to get back to normal, my ex burst into tears when i bought her a roast chicken salad because the shop didnt sell caesar salad, right now and for the first few years she needs you and your job will be thankless and unappreciated you will change a thousand and 1 nappies and then another million on top of that but in the end when that child says daddy before it says mummy and you both are there to hear it, that will be one of the best moments of your life

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      • by the way as the name states the mother of my children and i have broken up but not while she was pregnant and in the end the decision was made for the benefit of the kids. i have custody of my kids because after my son was born she slipped into post natal depression. she was just starting to get better when she got pregnant to our daughter after that post natal depression became borderline personality disorder. i'm not perfect in fact i'm far from it and i'm really struggling but every decision i make i put myself into my kids perspective before i make it and i always make sure its for there best interests

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  • Yeah dude, hormones. Pregnant women are a lot to handle but remember it's your kid and you both will try your best at some points, just not all the time. This is your time to be there for her and if you do it right she will love you forever.

    Be there for her.

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  • Pregnancy brings out the worst in women! Now isn't the time to make any life-altering decisions (unless these behaviors were present before the pregnancy). Please stay and support her even though it WILL be thankless now, she will appreciate it later (if she doesn't, then that's a good time to leave). Give her the benefit of the doubt. Being pregnant is tough and can make you feel very alone and scared and women do/say stupid things!!

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  • Everyone has their good points and bad points. Nobody is perfect, but did you think about talking to her about what bothers you? Just throwing money at her won't solve the issue. Would you like to see your kid? Do you love your GF despite her issues? I voted it's normal because it's normal to be afraid or unsure of what's next. Having a kid is a big deal. Anyone can have a kid, but not everyone can make a good parent, dad or mom. If anything make sure you're in the kid's life and remember that your girlfriend will still be in yours too when you visit or pick up the kid ... if you leave. Might be good to still take your girlfriend to the doctors, any pregnancy classes etc. even if you break up. People will talk and judge you because you left your GF while she was pregnant.
    I'd say try to work on it so you know you've done everything you can and she knows you mean business and are trying. While she's pregnant she'll be very emotional and some women are very sensitive because of their hormones.

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  • Yes, that's completely normal unfortunately. However if she has only been like this during pregnancy try to cut her a little slack, it's a truly terrifying time for her.

    EDIT-though if she was generally an ass without the pregnancy, I wouldn't blame you though be there for the kid they will need you .

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  • In my case, we had broken up when she texted me she was pregnant. we got back together, she acted crazy, got emotionally and physically abusive, and started using the child as a weapon. So, I filed a protective order against her and am fighting for FULL custody. There is more to the story but you get the idea....sometimes the bio mother just ain't fit to be the mother.....

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  • Hmmmm, he might actually take someones advice, and some are joking but like, this is his life.

    She's hormonal and also, can you tell us why she's arguing with you about finances? wanting to upgrade your car/t.v./laptop/motorhome?
    Maybe she wants to keep the savings up instead of in the negative?

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  • Leave her

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  • Don't stay together just for the sake of the child, BUT don't bail on the child. You helped create this life, you should be a part of it. If you choose to leave her and the baby, I guarantee she will come after you for everything she can get! Better to keep it "friendly" and stay a part of the child's life. This doesn't mean the two of you have to stay together. You can live in the same home until the child is born, you don't have to share a bed. Be supportive and understanding. Hormones make women and men crazy sometimes! It's true... Love your child and always be a part of their life, no matter what! Child support isn't just about money!

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  • I'm 9 months preggo myself. And I'm a 100% firm believer that a baby is not enough reason for two people to stay together and be miserable.

    But... Pregnancy does bring out the worst and my boyfriend and I fought bad during my second trimester. You might want to wait before making a decision.

    The fact that you're completely willing and prepared to help with the baby either way is fantastic. Whatever you decide to do, you will be just fine. Don't make yourself miserable with her - that will make your child miserable too. But remember that things may change drastically between you and her.

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  • You don't have to be with her to be a good dad :) It sounds like you're doing what you need to do so you don't end up on Maury. Just make things at least semi-amicable between you two for your kid's sake. :)

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  • Of course she is controling and stuff! you want to leave her! duh! Make a suitable arangment... This kid will need a father!

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  • Yea you don't have to liek her nessarlily.. But that's your child in there. Whatever you do; don't abandom your child. It's not there fault.

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  • Listen up people, the price of sex has gone up. Get a vasectomy. Get with a woman or man that does not want kids or just say no-oh wait that was drugs, right?

    Walking away now could very well mean that you will end up missing out on a ton of great parenting experiences. Think long and hard on this and be prepared to fully accept your consequences. If you guys are not on the same page then you likely won't be on the same page when it comes to parenting your child either.

    We have enough screwed up kids. Don't make yours one of them please.

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  • You have every right to leave her. It's your life and if she's a bitch, then don't let her bring you down. However, you should always try to be around for the kid. Give them child support money and try to see your kid as often as you can. If she's an unfit parent, get custody.

    You don't owe anything to the mother unless it directly benefits the kid.

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    • you are fucking douche!! you do realize that the baby is inside the mother and its through her that this baby gets life. hopefully you will never have kids cuz trash like you sets a bad example for the next generation.

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  • Oh well.

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  • this is a sad story. it sounds like a no win situation but remember her hormones are out of wack and you will feel different when you see your lovely baby

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  • Well, what do you mean by your financial decisions? You didn't really give enough details. And will it make you a jerk? Yes, it will. Both of you guys need to work it out. Don't have to make it worse if it doesn't.

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  • The correct term for you is 'Ignorant Selfish DICKHEAD' because that's what your acting like right now. You obviously haven't gone w/her to her doc appt.s or they'd have warned you about the narcissistic bitch that may take the place of your loving sweetheart. If you didn't love her in the first place, why the FUCK didn't you use condom, or at least pull out. I can't believe you're being called a 'good dad' for thinking you can make it better by signing a check every month and wishing them the best of luck. Goes to show how low standards are these days. Meantime, REAL dads like SoloDad & me go unnoticed. The good news is, you can fix this. Get your head out of your ass & keep taking care of YOUR BABY'S MOTHER. By the way, plan on her 'not being herself' for up to six months after the kid pops out! Esp. W/out your support. Give it at least a year or TWO after birth. if she's still an unbearable bitch, then start weighing your options. You're in a LIFETIME commitment now, two years ain't shit. Life isn't a fucking computer program. Shit doesn't happen instantly, it takes awhile. Talk to docs or CHAPLAINS. Trust me, they help a lot, & chaplains are free. Remember, you don't have to be a dickhead. Ignorance & selfishness are curable. DON'T BE A DICKHEAD! Good luck, "Dad".

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