Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Dad Regrets IVF Son, Leaving Mom Heartbroken
A mother shared on Reddit that her husband hates their two-year-old son, conceived via IVF using donor sperm.
Initially, the father was loving, but his behavior changed as the son grew into a toddler.
The husband now avoids the child, leading to the mother's sadness and anger.
She feels the need to protect her son.
The situation has caused significant emotional distress within the family.
The mother feels broken and unsure how to proceed.
A mother shared her husband's admission of hating their two-year-old son on Reddit.
The child was conceived via IVF using donor sperm.
Initially, the father was very involved, but his behavior changed when the son turned two.
The husband now avoids the child and expressed regret over the decision to have the child.
The mother is now saddened and angry, and feels the need to protect her son.
- Who
- A mother and father, and their two-year-old son.
- What
- The father admitted to hating his son and regretting having a child with donor sperm.
- When
- The father's behavior changed when the son turned two.
- Where
- On Reddit
- Why
- The father's reasoning is not explicitly stated, but it is implied his feelings changed as his son grew into a toddler.
The Parents' Perspective
Other Opinions
Relationship Advice
The Parents' Perspective
Some users suggested the parents seek therapy.
Other Opinions
One user suggested the parents separate.
Adopted Perspectives
The Parents' Perspective
A user shared their experience of a father not wanting him.
Other Opinions
One user mentioned it's about who raises the child.
- Son's Age
- Two
- Method of Conception
- IVF with donor sperm
- Father's Initial Behavior
- Initially devoted
- Father's Current Behavior
- Avoids the son
- Main Subject
- The mother