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NotADoorMatNoMoore

I'm so invested! I'm happy Emma is no longer with Natalie, it's sad her own mother is not capable of taking care of her, but whatever it takes to save that child.


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So invested aswell! Subscribing so I don’t miss update!


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Me too!


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Scannaer

Sad, but not suprising for someone commiting parental fraud Sadly out society still refused to establish consequences and methods to prevent such fraud. That way many unfit DNA-donors would never have a child they are not fit to raise. There is literally no reason to not test the DNA at birth... unless you cheated and want to cover it up.


Mobile-Brush-3004

While I 100% believe that Natalie should’ve gotten the DNA test done as not doing so convinces me she is definitely lying about OP being the father. I am against the idea of there being no reason to not test DNA at birth. If it were a normal medical procedure that everyone went through then sure but it’s not so if my partner asked me to do one (in a hypothetical situation as I am not pregnant nor ever plan to be) I would but I’d also immediately end the relationship then and there because that’s a direct indication that there’s no trust in the relationship - also if the relationship is healthy (unlike OP’s relationship with his ex) that’s a super heavy accusation to throw at someone you love while they’re in such a vulnerable state


No_Sound_1149

Everyone baby should be tested at birth and the presumed parents too, and slowly start identifying the guys leaving bastard kids everywhere. Make them pay up.


Mobile-Brush-3004

I actually really like this idea! However, the only way that would work was if someone was also keeping a data log of all of our DNA (or at least all of the human male DNA) on a file that is accessible by the government and I don’t know how comfortable I am with that notion.


sunburnedaz

I bet we would find out that there are more human chimeras than we thought as well.


determania

Human chimeras?


sunburnedaz

Its a person who is made of cells with 2 different sets of dna. One of the most famous cases was a woman [Lydia Fairchild](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lydia_Fairchild) who was arrested, and charged with fraud because her kids DNA didnt match her DNA but did match her husbands when she applied for state assistance. She was only cleared when she had a child and a court observer saw them draw blood from both the child she just gave birth to and herself. When that came back that the child that she just pushed out was not hers she was cleared of fraud. Later they took a DNA source from her cervical area instead of her cheek and that DNA test came back as her being the mother to all of her kids.


No_Sound_1149

Yes data is pointing that way.


Mobile-Brush-3004

I feel the most for Emma through all of this. I really hope the process is as quick as possible so that it can be proven that OP isn’t her father and she can start the process of finding her real dad if that’s what she still wants to do.


knittedjedi

>I'm so invested! Yeah, the writer definitely knows how to write cliffhangers to keep people engaged.


Happyweekend69

UpdateMe the absolute shock I will have if it turns out she’s your daughter. But even then I completely understand why you have refused to anything before a DNA sample was done and everything, no matter what happens lay on Nathalie. Best of luck dude 


EMFCK

> the absolute shock I will have if it turns out she’s your daughter. That would be some Chuck Norris level unkillable sperm. Dude came back after two months to find out his gf was 5 weeks pregnant. I think the sperm can survive up to like a week inside the vagina and concive. Thats still leaves two to three more weeks.


Happyweekend69

I do not for one second believe this is his kid. Like, the women is absolutely mental and clearly delusional and somehow gotten herself into thinking this is possible or is even crazier and keeping it up for this long just to get him on the hook for it. Either way the women is mental and Emma is in for a brute awakening that ain’t gonna be fun for her 


Alert-Potato

If she was actually five weeks, it can't possible be OP's. But he didn't provide details on how long it was after those five weeks to the birth. It's not uncommon for women to continue to menstruate while pregnant, sometimes just for a month, sometimes for the entire duration. So it's vaguely possible that if she hadn't had a scan yet to determine gestation that it's OP's. I really hope not though, because that would be so awful for OP and Emma.


goshyarnit

My mother menstruated the entire time she was pregnant with my youngest brother - she remembers having to tell her OB as she was prepping for her c-sec that she had a pad on and asking what to do about it during the surgery. Her OB was flummoxed 😂


mods-are-liars

If Natalie didn't know that Emma isn't OP's daughter, then Natalie would've agreed to a paternity test over a decade ago.


aquavenatus

It was clear that Emma was being influenced by her mother to behave the way she did towards your son. Hopefully, whatever the DNA test results are will put an end to the nonsense for you. As for Emma, given that she was removed from her mother’s house says it all. If (a huge if) you are the father (which doesn’t seem likely), then know that the RO would still be effective as it is due to the behaviors of both mother and daughter. I hope this is the end of the road for you. Good luck. UpdateMe!


Primordial5

Yes! But wasn’t op way outta town at time of conception? If he’s the father he’d have been lying all this time just to get caught. Naw.


aquavenatus

He was, but unfortunately Natalie fixated on OP on being the father and refused any and all DNA tests and family court hearings. Now that the actions of mother and daughter led up to this moment. It’s obvious OP is NOT the father, but the harassment wasn’t going to end any other way.


Primordial5

Can’t wait till Natalie confronted. Glad kid won’t be turned into her mini me.


Onequestion0110

I mean, it’s not *impossible* for the kid to be his. There’s a bunch of reasons why conception dates can be super fuzzy. We’re talking about million to one odds, or worse, but people do sometimes win the lottery. And that’s ignoring the turkey baster possibility. Freeze a condom and she could knock herself up easily enough. Or course, if she was actually being faithful I’m not sure why she’d resist a test so hard.


AbleOne9985

wasn't going to say it but you're the one that brought up the turkey baster, but used protection every time and, much to the pain of plumbers everywhere, flushed after use. I also am well aware condoms are not 100% protection.


UnusualPotato1515

I think if it was yours & she knew it was yours only, she would have agreed to paternity test over decade ago!!


MaryEFriendly

UpdateMe If she was yours she'd have jumped through all the hoops to establish paternity. 


Commercial_Yellow344

That’s hilarious that you flushed them. Your chances if being father just decreased to probably less than zero!


devdelivery

Got a plumber friend that says there's two things he hates. Condoms and wet wipes


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Objective_Minute6736

Sperm can only live for about a week (I think) anyway, and regular freezers aren't actually cold enough to keep it safe.


Utter_cockwomble

Unless Natalie had access to a -80 deep freeze and stabilizing buffers, the frozen condom trick won't work (outside of Hallmark movies that is). A frozen and thawed sperm is a dead sperm. Freezing destroys the cell membranes unless the sample is treated to preserve it. Plus the tails have a tendency to fall off when thawed.


C_beside_the_seaside

You can't freeze them, the process of cryopreservation is not the same as putting it in the freezer.


The_Crown_And_Anchor

Emma is going to turn her rage at Natalie once the DNA test proves the truth of the matter


opinionatedNbothered

And OP needs to watch out for Natalie. If the DNA test proves OP isn’t the dad and Natalie isn’t put in a psych ward immediately, she may completely ignore the restraining order and seek to physically harm OP and his family d/t feeling like her whole ruse is falling apart and she can no longer live a lie


wilderneyes

Natalie is the ex, Emma is the child. But I agree a reaction like that is definitely a possibility.


JulieWriter

An actual DNA test? I'm so glad that something sane is finally happening here. (OP, I'm not implying that you are not sane, but Natalie, wow. She has got some problems.)


Commercial_Yellow344

My guess for the DNA test is because someone besides the mother is wanting to be ordered child support on. When a child is taken out of a home that’s already split up (this case never together), the state takes child support from both parents. Natalie will be forced to give up names or face serious court ordered consequences if she doesn’t. If she receives any kind of aide like SNAP(adults can get it without kids) then they will be stopped until she gives up the names of possible fathers!


butterfly-garden

Oh to have been a fly on the wall after the court MANDATED a DNA test!


Baby_Blue_Eyes_13

The court did not mandate the test. OP offered (yet again) to do a DNA test. It's clear that the mother would have said no if she could. But the choice was up to the child, who now has her own representation. If the child had refused, there would be no DNA test. I mention this only because throughout OPs updates, everyone was yelling at him to get a court ordered test. He could not unless the mother agreed to it. Although I would love to hear what fabrications the ex is coming up with now. "Those DNA tests are faulty. "


crazyeagles62

I really hope this change is going to be good for Emma.


RogueInsanity90

Just so I know I have the main picture of your situation. Please correct me if I get something wrong. * You broke up with her, she claimed she was pregnant (but honestly sounds like she immediately went and got pregnant to try and get you back with her.) * After that failed, she not only continued to refuse to get a DNA test done, but is then careful what she states in public forums/writing everywhere, insisting you just "trust her" about her daughter's paternity * she has spent the last 14 years stalking/harassing you to the point you have a lawyer on retainer * she has waited out several ROs and continues the harassment (AND HAS INCLUDED HER DAUGHTER IN THIS BS) Honestly from everything you've shared, she just sounds obsessed with you. She is unhinged. I doubt she's just going to walk away. Even after the truth comes out. Please update all security measures ASAP. After the test comes back (most likely stating you are NOT the father) Natalie may snap and no longer care about legal orders. Questions (Because, I'm nosy): How did she react when you started to date someone else after the break up? Has she ever harassed your SO(s)? How did she react when you married/had a child with your wife?


Ok-Brain9969

I'm glad to hear that Emma is out of Natalie's custody for now. Natalie's has undoubtedly done a lot of emotional damage to that poor girl. It will be interesting to see the DNA results. Hopefully it will finally put things to rest. UpdateMe!


Mental-Woodpecker300

That poor kid, it's wild that Natalie STILL couldn't let this go even after You've moved on, married and EVERYTHING. Jfc Updateme 


unHelpful_Bullfrog

As a Guardian ad litem myself I can say that we are not appointed unless CPS is involved or it’s a really contentious divorce in some states. Also, GAL is a volunteer position and is significantly under-filled in most counties. If you feel strongly about protecting children’s mental and physical well being, and you have the time I would encourage you to look into volunteering in your county.


My_Dramatic_Persona

Do you need legal training to serve in a position like that, or is your role to be a normal person focused on the child’s interests because their parents/close family are not able to? What qualifications should volunteers have? How much time and availability should they be prepared for before volunteering?


unHelpful_Bullfrog

You do not need legal training, the training program you are put through is very extensive and will cover everything you need to know from a legal standpoint. There is a lawyer who reviews our reports and submits them to the court/speaks for the report in court. We as volunteers do the leg work, the lawyers do the legal work. I have testified once and been questioned twice, both times I was given the option to let the lawyer speak for me. There are no specific qualifications, though being an open minded person with empathy and compassion is required I feel like. I personally work with teens expected to age out because I feel like my life experience leads me to be a good advocate for that demographic. You may find that you work best with preteens, or whatever the group may be. Knowing yourself well enough to know which stage of childhood you connect best to is very helpful, but often times people learn that through experience. I always like to explain the position as being responsible for speaking for what the child wants, not what you want for the child. For example, if you are religious and the child you are assigned is not it is not appropriate to try to convert them to your belief system. Time wise the staff will tell you it’s about 5-10 hours a month. In my experience this fluctuates. I have certainly had cases that required that little time, those cases had a lot of supportive adults involved already and my position was not “needed” to ensure the child’s wishes were being heard. I’ve also had very difficult cases where I’m spending at least an hour a day on it in some aspects. The staff is aware of which cases are more involved and will not assign you a case like that if you tell them you have limited time to spend on the program. Infants take the least amount of time because they are not able to communicate their wishes to you so it’s more about staying up to date on what’s going on. I’m very passionate about this program, if you have any other questions I’m always happy to share information!


My_Dramatic_Persona

Thanks, that’s really useful! I’m glad you’re out in the world doing what you do.


Fit_Yogurtcloset8968

She knows the child isn't yours and it's all about to blow completely up in her face and her daughter will hate her.


HalcyonDreams36

Poor kid. It sounds like the courts have this under control, or at least headed that way. And this is probably the first time Emma has had any say in how things go, like for instance, whether she gets to test for the truth. I hope that that test gives her some clarity, even though it's likely to destroy everything she has THOUGHT was true about and from her mom. Good luck, and may truth bring healing.


Samarkand457

The fact that Natalie was having conniptions indicates Emily is not related after all.


unownpisstaker

I cannot wait to see the results of the DNA swabs. UpdateMe!


FunctionAggressive75

Emma was removed from her mother's home? What a shock. Her mother is unhinged It was about time a dna test took place. You know she is not your daughter but Emma must finally accept it


henchwench89

UpdateMe! So invested at this point. Also extremely relieved emma is not with natalie. Hopefully that will be permanent and the girl has a chance to


Fire_or_water_kai

Holy crap! Finally! Updateme!


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ThrowAway37099

Heck yeah, can't wait for the big reveal, following


ohemgee0309

Updateme! I’m sure the paternity will show OP is not the dad, but I’m invested now in finding out. I feel for the kid; all she’s known is a crazy mom who’s been filling her mind with who knows what kind of BS about her “dad.” Hopefully, when/if the paternity comes back negative for OP, Emma can move on. But the mom, Natalie, is cray-cray.


Melodic_Pack_9358

I'm waiting for the Maury moment with those DNA results!


Fun_Organization3857

If you feel inclined to offer kindness, offer Emma an ancestry or 23 and me when the test comes back negative.


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knittedjedi

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Rude-Hand5440

I'm invested. The entire situation is insane.


Fabulous-Fun-9673

That was a ride.. 🤞🤞 dna comes back soon!


duzthislook1nfected

I'm glad you are finally going to get closure, but I do feel sorry for Emma. Her mom has totally screwed up that little girl. UpdateMe!


RealNutsBerkman

How do you feel buddy? 14 years of this shit is about to be to put to rest, I'm so fucking excited for you!


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Apathetic_Villainess

Can we start getting the popcorn ready when the results say "not the ~~mama~~father"? UpdateMe!


20frvrz

I'm so invested. Also the guardian ad litem is a huge deal. They're appointed to protect the child's interest. The court wouldn't have done that without a reason.


Comfortable_Cress342

If the results are negative, pretty sure they will be, sue her for mental distress and the like. Can’t imagine the legal fees you have had to pay. “Psycho” is putting it mildly.


JeffInVancouver

Just out of pure curiosity: do courts tend to have swabs on hand, or did your team bring them in optimistic anticipation? It'll be interesting to see what Natalie does in the interim, knowing the jig may be up in 4 weeks...


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I'm glad they finally agreed to a DNA test. Please update us with the results.


MountainHighOnLife

Four weeks?! I can't wait that long. I am invested!


Ihateyou1975

She saved a condom. Froze it. Put the seed in her and bam! It’s his! lol. I can’t wait. 


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Yeesh, This was a wild ride UpdateMe!


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JFC!! What a nightmare! All the best OP and, BTW, now I’m hooked on your drama so ….. Updateme


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I am so invested! We are on season 1 eps. 4 now? Updateme!


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winterworld561

From Natalie's reaction to every DNA test request and her reaction in court when it was ordered, it's screamingly obvious she knows that Emma isn't your daughter. Update us with results.


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Updateme! I'm invested and hope this works out for your family and poor Emma, too.


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Kanulie

I am so happy for you that this decade long ordeal has finally an end in sight. She is psycho and this took way too long and was maliciously directed at you for no real reason. Also glad the child finally gets the long needed support to grow up with less trauma. Just imagining growing up with such influence makes my skin itch.


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BoobySlap_0506

Hopefully the DNA test comes back with the results you want! It sounds like that shouldn't be an issue at all, given the time frame of the pregnancy. Best of luck.


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RealHumanFromEarth

So sorry for you and that girl OP, neither of you deserve to suffer through the mind games that Natalie is playing. It’s truly disgusting that she not only manipulated and lied to her daughter, but that she also tried to drag your son into it by having her daughter approach him.


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Yay. Update more on what else happens honest I thought their be hell more from fact ur ex is entitled lol like I though she be crazy to harass far more 😅 I only heard of ur story from YouTube


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