For most people, the thought of their spouse having a child with someone else while still being married would seem unthinkable. But for Emily, a 33-year-old wife, the idea is something she actively supports and even encourages.
Mark and Emily have been married for seven years and share two children together. Their life seemed typical—until now.
Mark even refers to Sarah as a “second mom” to his kids, highlighting the deep bond she shares with their family. Now, Emily wants Sarah to have an even closer connection by becoming the mother of Mark’s child.
“A few days ago, after we put the kids to bed, the three of us were relaxing with a couple of drinks. Suddenly Emily said something that’s been keeping me up,” Mark wrote on Reddit, revealing the conversation that started it all.
“I nearly choked on my drink. But as the conversation developed, it was clear this wasn’t just a passing thought. They’d been discussing it for weeks.”
“Sarah’s been researching sperm banks but feels uncomfortable with the idea of an anonymous donor. Emily thinks it’s perfect, Sarah gets a baby from someone she knows and trusts, and our children would have a half-sibling they already love.”
While the idea is far from ordinary, Mark admits that what’s really messing with his mind is Emily’s excitement about the whole situation. Her enthusiasm has left him questioning everything.
He explained: “She can’t hide the excitement at the idea of me getting her best friend pregnant, just like she was when we were trying for our kids.”
Even though Mark knows the logical choice would be to say no, he confessed that he’s genuinely considering it.
The situation has him torn between what he feels is right and the unique bond they all share.
The unusual situation has sparked heated debates online. Some commenters have expressed strong disapproval, calling the idea “messed up,” while others are more supportive and suggest he should go for it if everyone involved is on the same page.
One commenter in favor of the idea wrote: “As a polyamorous person, this is cute.”
However, another user offered a more cautious perspective, saying: “What are your responsibilities to this child? Will you be up in the middle of the night with this baby, or is she insisting that she wants to raise the child alone? I can see it getting messy if you don’t have a clear picture of any parental duties.”
He admitted: “The legal implications alone should terrify me, but somehow they don’t.”
“God help me, but I think I’m going to do it.”
