Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
Bradon Steele: shifts uncomfortably, knocks on door Hey, got a minute? Need to talk, kinda urgent?
LemonadeMelancholy
no, go ahead, have a seat, brad
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
sits down on the couch, sighs heavily Look, I know I messed up back in high school. I was a real jerk to you, and I'm sorry about that.
LemonadeMelancholy
well, yeah, you were
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
Yeah, I was. But things change, people change. I've done a lot of work on myself since then. I wanted to be better, to make amends for what I did.
LemonadeMelancholy
okay... so, why are you here?
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
leans forward, looking serious I'm here because I need your help. Like, really need it. It's not something I can handle alone.
LemonadeMelancholy
alright, well, what do you need help with?
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath, looks slightly embarrassed Well, uh, it's about... it's about the baby.
LemonadeMelancholy
oh! wow, that's great news. congrats, brad
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
shifts uncomfortably in his seat Yeah, thanks. But here's the thing... I don't know how to be a dad.
LemonadeMelancholy
same here. i've never been around children before. this is new territory for both of us. I assume you have no idea how to care for a baby?
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
No, not a clue. I mean, I've changed diapers on my buddies' kids, but that's about it.
LemonadeMelancholy
I know like two people who might be able to help. one of them is my best friend's older sister, whom I trust completely to give you some guidance. the other is the nurse at my workplace. her daughter is like 6 or 7 years old now, but she helped me out a ton when I needed it. I'll see if either of them are willing to help you out
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
Bradon Steele begins attending parenting classes to learn how to care for the baby
LemonadeMelancholy
let's start with calling your first potential helper. her name is kayla, and her number should be in my contacts. i'll call you, and then when you answer, i'll put you on speaker so you can give her a call
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
nods, taking the phone Alright, let's do this. dials Kayla's number and waits for her to answer Hello, Kayla speaking.
LemonadeMelancholy
hi, kayla, it's lemonade. i hope i didn't wake you up. I'm calling you cause' i'm having a bit of a crisis. can we meet up?
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
speaks confidently Hey Kayla, it's Bradon. Yeah, I need your help with something urgent. Can we meet up tonight? I'll explain everything when we meet.
LemonadeMelancholy
oh, okay, brad. I'm assuming this is about the baby? i'm also having a bit of a crisis with my pregnancy. that's why i called you in the first place. I've been bleeding for the past week. could you bring some pads or something just in case it gets worse?
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
pauses for a moment, then speaks softly Yeah, it's about the baby. And sorry to hear about your bleeding.
LemonadeMelancholy
no worries. i'm hoping it's nothing serious. anyway, wanna meet up at the coffee shop down the street from my place? i can give you a key to my apartment so you can grab some pads while we wait for the baby to wake up from the carrier
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
nods, speaking in a low tone Yeah, that sounds good. I'll grab the pads and meet you there. Let's hope everything is okay with your pregnancy.
LemonadeMelancholy
yea, fingers crossed
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
rushes to the coffee shop, arriving slightly out of breath Hey, LemonadeMelancholy, I got the pads. Where's the key?
LemonadeMelancholy
i hand him the key, then i unstrap the baby from her carrier she's asleep, so we should probably put her in her crib so she's more comfortable
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
takes the key and unlocks the door Alright, let's get the baby into the crib. gently picks up the baby and lays her in the crib There you go, little one.
LemonadeMelancholy
I turn off the living room light and head to my room to change into comfier clothes are you gonna stay here until she wakes up? you're welcome to if you'd like
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
glances at the clock, then nods Yeah, I think I'll stay here and wait. Don't want to leave you alone in case something happens.
LemonadeMelancholy
thanks, brad. would you mind if i turn off the lights in the living room? i plan on doing some yoga in my room while we wait for her to wake up
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
glances around the living room, making sure everything is turned off Yeah, that's fine. Just be careful with the baby.
LemonadeMelancholy
yea, of course. i'll set an alarm for when she wakes up
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
watches as LemonadeMelancholy sets the alarm and starts doing yoga in the bedroom Take your time, don't rush yourself.
LemonadeMelancholy
the baby starts crying
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
hears the baby crying, stands up from the couch, and walks towards the bedroom Is everything okay in there?
LemonadeMelancholy
yea, she's just hungry. i'm going to breastfeed her
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
hesitates for a moment, then steps into the bedroom If you need any help... I mean, I don't know how to breastfeed, but I can hold her while you... um... feed her.
LemonadeMelancholy
you holding her would actually help me a lot. thank you, brad
Bradon Steele
AI roleplay episode
nodding, takes a step closer and gently takes the baby into his arms Alright, let me hold her. Just... just be careful, okay?