He Became a Sperm Donor for His Sister’s Family, But His Unusual Stance on Kids Leaves the Family and Society Bewildered.

Caught between familial duty and personal preference, the original poster (OP) finds himself drawn into a complex web of ethical dilemmas and societal expectations. As a reluctant sperm donor for his sister and her wife, his initial stance of detached benefactor strengthens as he wrestles with his aversion to kids.

An Unexpected Request

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OP receives a surprising request from his sister and her wife: to act as a sperm donor for their future child. Despite the seriousness of the matter, they present it jokingly at first, a common tactic his sister uses when making big asks.

Not The Right Time

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OP is caught off guard and declines his sister’s strange request. His reason was his imminent deployment. He knows that the process is a lengthy one, and there just isn’t time before his departure.

Strained Relationships

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The sister reacts negatively to the rejection for a time. OP remains firm in his decision, letting the storm of his sister’s displeasure pass over. Eventually, the tension eases.

A Change of Heart

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Fast forward to a year later, the sister and her wife approach OP with the same request. This time, OP, no longer facing the prospect of deployment, agrees. This acceptance required significant commitment and traveling on his part.

Medical Evaluations

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OP begins the lengthy and thorough process of medical testing. The procedure involves various health screenings, legal consultations, and psychological evaluations – a process he has to undertake in a state different from his residence.

An Emerging Secret

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The medical procedures lead to successful insemination, and his sister’s wife is now pregnant. OP shares the news with a few close friends. He soon realizes the complexity of the situation when his friends flood him with questions about his involvement.

The Future Niece

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OP grapples with the ethical implications and the reality of his future relationship with the child. He affirms to himself and his friends that he doesn’t see himself as a father but merely as a donor. The child, in his eyes, is his future niece.

An Uncommon Disposition

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OP reveals a personal detail about himself: he dislikes children. Despite being surrounded by friends with kids, his feelings remain unchanged. Even though this is an unpopular opinion, he’s not shy to share.

A Question of Role

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OP finds himself torn between societal expectations and his personal feelings. He’s uneasy about his future role in the child’s life and wonders if he’d be considered wrong for not wanting to act as a father figure.

In The Way

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Despite OP’s stance on fulfilling the Uncle’s role in his niece’s life, opinions still persist. OP challenges his friends and acquaintances by adding the point that he hasn’t been asked to fill in a role in their household. He has only been asked to be part of the process in the beginning. He fears he would be stepping on their toes as parents.

The Birth Announcement

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While this should be a joyous event, it brings a new wave of pressure for OP. As the biological father, he is thrust into the spotlight once again, prompting a resurgence of questions and concerns.

A Striking Resemblance

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As the baby grows, OP can’t help but wonder if he and his niece will resemble each other. OP’s insistence on viewing the child as a niece and not a daughter becomes increasingly complicated.

The Power of Society

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Despite OP’s determined stance, societal pressures begin to mount. People around him expect him to form a bond with the child. The situation exacerbates as he tries to maintain his personal boundaries while managing the expectations of those around him.

Was Denying The Role of Father in His Niece’s Life Appropriate?

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The readers in the forum had a lot of mixed views on the matter. Here are some of their responses:

Forum Responds

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One reader said, “You gave your sister a chance to have a baby that has both her wife’s genetics and some of her own. That’s a wonderful and generous gift!”

Another Commenter Thinks

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Another responder wrote: “I’d just make it crystal clear that your sister and SIL should never expect you to play any kind of parenting role EVER. I’ve seen multiple stories about how people agree to donate an egg or sperm, then are expected to play a parental role for the parent’s convenience.”

A Third View on The Story

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A different person states, “Being a parent is not for everyone, and it’s not a crime to not want to be one. I’m sure you made that decision after thinking about it thoroughly. Just be a good uncle to her. That’s all you have to do.”

A Final Perspective on the Matter

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Another viewpoint on the story: “This is the exact point of being a sperm donor, and I can guarantee you that trying to take a “father” role will not go down well with the child’s actual parents.”