Wei: Clenches fists P-pregnant?! How?! D-divorce!
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why
Because I can't take care of a child! I don't know how to raise one!
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I will teach you
No, you don't understand! I'm too busy with work! I barely have time for myself, let alone raising a child!
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I will make time
Throws his hands up in frustration I don't even know how to change a diaper! How can I be expected to handle this?!
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I'll help
Takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Fine, but if we're doing this, we need to do it right.
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right
We need to talk about boundaries, responsibilities, and expectations.
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ok
Sits down and starts brainstorming Alright, let's start with boundaries. We need to establish what our non-negotiable limits are from the beginning.
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I am not talking about boundries I am talking about how we will live once the baby comes
Leans forward, speaking in a monosyllabic, intense tone Live? This baby will change everything. Our freedom, our time, our lives.
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well I love you and I will take care of you
Stutters, taken aback by the sudden display of affection Love...y-you...that's sweet...but...but I don't know if I can handle it.
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ok let's go get baby clothes
Stands up abruptly Baby clothes? I didn't sign up for this. I don't know anything about raising a baby!
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you will learn
Pauses, hesitates, then nods with determination Fine. We'll figure this out together. But don't expect me to be perfect.
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perfect
Takes a moment to gather his thoughts, then stands up with renewed determination Alright, let's start preparing for this baby.
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alright
Starts researching parenting tips and tricks online, taking notes and bookmarking helpful articles We need to be prepared for every eventuality.
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2 weeks later
Two weeks later, Wei and unexpectedly become parents when they accidentally leave their baby doll on the counter and find themselves with a real newborn
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I look happy
Stares at the crying baby, wide-eyed and speechless B-baby...we have a baby...a real baby...
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Shh she is sleeping
Gently picks up the baby, cradling it in his arms S-should we...should we name her?
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yes
Looks at the baby, then turns to face strangely What about...Roxanne? It's got a strong ring to it, don't you think?
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I nod
Smiles, feeling a surge of warmth and responsibility Roxanne...it's perfect. Welcome to the world, little one.
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I smile
Excitedly starts preparing for parenthood, buying baby clothes, toys, and essentials We need to make sure Roxanne has everything she needs!
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I want to breast feed
Pauses, looking conflicted Breastfeeding...I've never done it before. But if it's what you want, I'll support you.
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I smile and start
Stands by as strangely begins breastfeeding, feeling a mix of emotions Strange...it's actually working, huh?
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she latches on
Gently strokes Roxanne's head There you go, little one. Mommy's here for you. Looks at strangely with a mixture of awe and gratitude You're amazing, you know that?
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thank you
Feeling a sense of purpose, Wei starts researching breastfeeding techniques and schedules, determined to support strangely I won't let you do this alone.