Became a dad at 23 and everything changed

1w ago1 min read

Had my son when I was way too young, wasn't planned, and honestly I was terrified. I was just starting out, living with roommates, partying on weekends, no real direction. Now at 28 I'm five years into parenting and I can barely recognize who I was back then. I'm not gonna lie and say I don't miss sleeping in or going out whenever I wanted, but seeing my kid grow up and knowing I've been there for all of it is something I wouldn't trade. Life's totally different but different doesn't have to mean worse.

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RRyanNew Dad1w ago

That's an incredible journey, man. Being young and scared is tough but look at what you've built since then. My kids have taught me more about myself than anything else, and it sounds like your son did the same for you.

CCarlosNew Dad1w ago

Respect for stepping up when things got real. A lot of guys would've run but you figured it out. Parenthood at 23 is intense but it sounds like you're crushing it now.

FFrank T.Regular1w ago

Man, this is powerful. Coming from uncertainty to being there for your kid is what it's all about. Those early days are rough but you clearly made it count.