My wife and I just returned home from a month overseas. We had both hit burnout in our jobs leading up to the trip, and as refreshing and fortunate as the trip felt, the work dread had begun to creep back in.
We were at a point where we were happy to travel, and just live our best lives with friends and family (work aside), and somewhat indifferent to having children.
On the weekend, while doing some chores at home, my wife told me that she is pregnant, and I nearly EXPLODED WITH JOY, though did my best not to be too OTT as I could see she was nervous. But she was nervous that I would be disappointed, and once we both realised the other was excited, happy dancing and tears ensued.
I know it’s early days, but after some visits to the doctors and tests, I’m ecstatic, and I really didn’t think I ever would be.
I feel like a switch has flipped on what matters most, almost like I have superpowers all of a sudden to deal with the difficult aspects of my job haha. I just love my wife so much, and have noticed myself staring at her in amazement (more than usual) since finding out.
thanks for being my vent, Reddit!!
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Congrats!! Just by the way you speak about your wife I know the baby (and she) is happy to have you.
Congratulations!
That’s really cute that you are both excited now! Congrats
Congratulations!
Oh, that’s wonderful news!! Congratulations to you both.
Congratulations man!
Congrats to you and your wife! Your genuine excitement is palpable and heartwarming. You will be wonderful parents! I wish all the best for your family.
Congratulations! So exciting!
Congrats man, I mean this genuinely – there is no greater experience than being a parent and raising a child. I’ve done a lot in my life that are conventionally impressive achievements- nothing comes close to my pride in my children.
I am so happy for you both!! Parenthood has its ups and downs just like other things but it compares to nothing else. You have no idea how that wee little one can steal so much of your heart and mind. Just remember one thing to do is to take pics with mom and baby. They tend to get forgotten. Congratulations!!!!
Congratulations. It’s the best thing ever.
So amazing!!! Congrats
Awww this is so sweet! You guys sound really lovely.
Congrats Dad!!!
It was the best time I’m my life. Soak in every moment.
Congratulations
This is lovely. The way you speak about your wife and upcoming child is heartwarming, especially on this subreddit where we usually see the lowest in a person’s life.
Thank you for sharing and congratulations to you and your wife. Sending blessings to you all.
Congrats dude! That’s huge!
So happy for you stranger, you’re gonna be an amazing dad. Good luck with everything & remember to take some time off to recharge once in awhile 🙂
Congratulations, I am so happy for both of you!
Congratulations! This baby seems to be very much loved already.
Awwww this is sweet!! Congrats!! Be prepared to feel a love you never knew possible!! ❤️
Congrats!! Hugs
Congrats to you both. It’s the best feeling!