ParentingAdoption
#RI-6ab3b17e·2 months ago·
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“Raised child as own without knowing truth”
What Actually Happened
Discovered child isn't biologically mine after 9 years; felt betrayed by mother and old homeboy
What I wish I knew
"Had taken a DNA test sooner"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't ignore suspicions, even if it's uncomfortable"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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Parenting Category
3
Parenting decisions logged. Avg regret 6.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
67%
of Parenting decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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