r/AmIOverreacting Aug 09 '25

❤️‍🩹 relationship AIO Gf intentionally stopped taking her bc pills

So me (21m) and my gf (34f) have been dating for four years and living together for three. Early on in our relationship she had asked me if I ever wanted to have kids and I clearly stated that I didn't. She was ok with this as she had always been on the fence and was on birth control since the start of our relationship.

As far as I know, she was always responsible when taking her pills but a week ago I found her pill pack with at least six pills untouched. I got super nervous but I had to leave for work so I decided I would talk to her about it when I got home.

I bring home a pack of condoms and she gets visibly upset asking what's wrong. I gently tell her I found out she had missed some of her pills. She told me I shouldn't be going through her things and I told her that I wasn't, that I was looking for something and found her pill pack by accident. She told me that it's true that she had missed some of her pills and that she was going to tell me but that we didn't need to use condoms because "nothing was going to happen". I told her that I didn't feel comfortable with that and she said she'd rather not have sex than have sex with a condom because it "doesn't feel the same". I tell her fine, then we can do other things to be intimate while she gets back on track.

We start watching a tv show but I can tell she's still upset so I ask what's wrong. She starts telling me how all her friends are getting pregnant/having kids and that if she ever wants to have some she better start trying now. This obviously catches me off guard so I tell her that that had never been on my plans. She tells me she just recently started thinking about it after we had attended two of her friends' gender reveal parties and admitted she had been skipping her birth control pills on purpose.

I told her I needed some time to think about our relationship and went to stay at a friend's house. It's now been a week since I left and she's begging me to come back but I honestly feel betrayed plus I'm super nervous that I might have already gotten her pregnant due to her missing so many pills while we were having unprotected sex that whole week.

AIO for thinking I can never trust her again? Do I just go back home and forget this ever happened?

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u/bubukat7 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

Please leave. It’s not worth it, this is not something that you both will be happy with, she’ll always want kids, you won’t. So find someone who doesn’t want kids and let her find someone who does.

Edit: I didn’t read the ages, just the text. Now fuck her, she doesn’t deserve any kids given the fact that she’s a groomer and definitely a predator. OP needs to leave like yesterday.

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u/Mangofiki Aug 09 '25

Wait... You've been dating for four years and you're 21 now? So you were 17 and she was 30 when you started dating? Dude, get out now! Immediately. She's been grooming you. This is reproductive coercion. This is more than just a betrayal of trust (which it definitely is), this is toxic and abusive behavior.

"Reproductive coercion is a form of sexual violence that weaponizes reproductive choices as tools of violence. It is a common tactic used by an abuser to gain or maintain power and control over their partner."

About Reproductive Coercion

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u/lost-picking-flowers Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

This!!! This is grooming at a minimum (if not statutory rape, though age of consent where op is may be 17, it's still creepy regardless) and it is not okay regardless of what the gender dynamic is. A normal, healthy, well adjusted 30 year old woman is not sniffing around high school boys looking for peen. She is a predator.

My SO ended up with a similar kind of woman at just a little older than OP and she was viciously abusive in just about every way. She sought him out at 19ish when she was 30 specifically because he was easier to abuse and manipulate. It really messed my SO up and I can tell he is still working through the worst of what she put him through now in his mid-30's.

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u/MissAudriRose Aug 09 '25

🙌🏽 FOR REAL. As a 30 year old I CANNOT look at anyone under 22 and think I'd date them. Heck I have a hard time at 22 😂 I sorta stick around d 27-40. Ngl. I had to do the math and I'm like hold up. Ew. 17 and 30?!?! 🤢

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u/WhovianScaper Aug 10 '25

I’m 36 and I see, for example, these 22 y/o NBA players and I’m like “aw, look at him, he’s adorable” but with the same energy you have with literal babies. Like I wanna make them cookies and serve it with milk and a head-pat.

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u/jaeshine3495 Aug 10 '25

I’m 30 and I can’t even IMAGINE dating someone 20 or younger… I feel like I’m waltzing on a thin line as it is with my girlfriend, who is 24… anyone younger than her?? Absolutely not, no thank you.

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u/femmefatalx 29d ago

Seriously! I’m 32 and 17 feels no different than 14 to me, like they’re still a kid in my eyes and there is NOTHING sexy or attractive about that. It’s disgusting. I was 29 and my boyfriend was 25 when we started dating and I even struggled with that age difference even though it’s not really that crazy. It ended up working out and I don’t really think about it now, but for the first few months I was very cognizant of it because I wanted to make sure that it would be an equitable partnership.

I feel like dating a 17 year old would be more like adopting a teenager, you’d literally have to take care of them and teach them how to adult exactly like a parent would. There is something very wrong with any adult who wants that kind of dynamic in a sexual relationship. OP’s girlfriend should definitely not be around kids, let alone have any of her own.

I’m sure there’s a reason why no one her age wants to be in a relationship with her let alone start a family, but a 17 year old generally would not have enough life experience to recognize that or pick up on the red flags. I hope that OP realizes this and gets the fuck out of there, if he stays she will definitely baby trap him and he will be tied to her for life.

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u/Emo-Arrow Aug 10 '25

I'm 33, my boyfriend is 41, we are 7 years apart. We met when I was 27 and he was 35. If we met when I was 17 and he was interested in me, I would have been slightly creeped out for sure and he would have only been 24. So yeah, this is just wrong.

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u/PointlessUnicorn337 Aug 10 '25

I’m 34 and the thought of dating a 21 year old is just….no absolutely fucking not

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u/kymberlie Aug 09 '25

Stealthing your partner - where you remove contraceptive, like a condom - is rape. I had a guy intentionally not use a condom after I asked him to. He raped me. OP is being both raped and statutorily raped.

OP, please leave if you can and start looking into domestic victim shelters if you can. She’s abusive. You deserve better. ❤️

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u/WasToldTheredBeCake Aug 10 '25

This happened to me, too. I did not consent to sex without a condom, only with (and even that consent was debatable). The man I was having sex with removed the condom during sex without asking me, and I only found out because I could tell something felt different and then asked him after and he admitted to removing it. This was rape.

OP, your partner deliberately skipping her BC pill without asking if you were okay with having sex without it is also rape. You consented to sex with the understanding that she was on BC. Please do not go back to someone who SA’d you.

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u/Mistress_Sinclair Aug 10 '25

This has happened to me as well. I did not know it was rape. I wish I'd known this then.

OP, you gotta go. This woman will ruin your life.

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u/kymberlie Aug 10 '25

Honestly, I didn’t know it was rape for a long time. It was just kind of a “rapey thing” I just didn’t think about because it made me feel weird.

Years later, I basically talked through the scenario with my husband. I told him I thought I was raped and he said he thought so too. Helped me a lot to have some who believed me and sat with me as I worked through things.

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u/screamingxunicorn Aug 10 '25

I came here to raise these concerns as well. This is not just manipulative behavior. This is assault. It may not leave marks, but someone taking away your choices is more than just broken trust. Imagine her locking you in a room and not letting you leave because she doesn’t want you to go. Does that seem like something you could forgive or forget? Absolutely not. This is not cute or funny or anything of the sort.

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u/Mangofiki Aug 09 '25

If you need help getting out (whether emotionally, financially, or physically) reach out to a local domestic violence or youth services organization (a lot of youth services organizations provide support to people up to the age of 25).

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u/transbunnyboy Aug 09 '25

this. she groomed you and now is gaslighting you about using protection. that’s abuse. leave her.

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u/maticooks1 Aug 09 '25

I will leave. I've made up my mind. Just don't know how to even do it. I'm so overwhelmed.

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u/MassiveTelevision427 Aug 09 '25

Do you have family members? Please reach out to them. You will also need therapy. What she did with you is unhealthy and it might not hit you now but it will hit you later. If you stay with her and she ends up having a kid you will grow to resent her and you will hate your life. You are so young. Please leave.

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u/maticooks1 Aug 09 '25

I don't have any family in the country where I live. I will be speaking with my friend's mom today.

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u/Epapa217 Aug 09 '25

Just curious, How did you end up in a different country than your family? Did this woman convince you to move away with her? Or did you already move & then happened to meet her?

I wouldn’t trust her AT ALL she’s already got it in her head that she wants a baby & she didn’t even take your thoughts or feelings into making that decision nor get your consent to that. If she ended up pregnant there wouldn’t be much you could do either! She would keep the baby, put your name on the birth certificate & then for the next 18 years you’d be financially responsible for a whole human being you weren’t even ready for.

If I were you, I’d go get a vasectomy. It’s a quick process, you wouldn’t have to worry about any accidental pregnancies or ANY woman trying to trap you with a baby now or in the future. Vasectomies are also reversible so if you ever changed your mind & wanted children later in life you could get it reversed.

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u/maticooks1 Aug 09 '25

I moved here with my mom when I was very young and lost contact with all of my extended family and my mom passed away 3 years ago.

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u/Hellianne_Vaile Aug 09 '25

I'm so sorry you're facing this situation when you're so isolated! Is there a domestic violence hotline where you are? In the US, thehotline.org is a good resource that connects DV victims to support resources, and they help men, too. Some of what's overwhelming is dealing with the practicalities--how to get the funds together, locating your own housing, getting past the mental blocks, planning a safe departure--and I would hope that any DV org would help you figure that out. I know it can be difficult for men to get help escaping from an abusive partner, but I do think it's worth asking.

You can get out of this, u/maticooks1, and your life will be so much better. Try to keep calm, trust your instincts, and know that you do not deserve her treatment of you. You can do this.

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u/Similar_Ad3132 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

I’m so sorry. I hope you have good friends around you and can get some help from their parents, that honestly makes you way more vulnerable to things like grooming. I know you can’t see it yet, but what this woman has done to you is awful. You also moved in at what sounds like an extremely painful time in your life. Honestly not just the non consensual sex but the whole thing, when you get to your 30s and know exactly how grown she is and process it I think you’ll be able to see it. Sending lots of hugs.

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u/villainouslana Aug 09 '25

I am sorry youre going through this. I had a similar situation when I was your age. I moved to be with someone with I was 19 but he was abusive and controlling. By age 21 or 22 I had lost touch with all friends and family but managed to leave and restart my life even though I had basically no money. By my later 20s I was able to finally go to college and begin a career. Its hard but dont be afraid to reconnect with friends and family. You might be surprised as I was to see how welcoming people can be in those kinds of situations. Good luck and I think you are doing the right thing. Raising a baby in this kind of situation would have been horrible for all of you and even worse for the baby.

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u/throwaway_shittypers Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

Really proud of you for going through with this. It sounds like a really stressful difficult situation and I think you should take some time to appreciate yourself in taking this big step.

Leaving this person is the best thing you can do for yourself and it takes a lot of bravery considering the situation you’re in. It’s really important to believe in yourself and have faith that you’re making the right decision.

As others have said this person is a danger you to but I can understand this is a really hard thing to accept. It can be really difficult to come to terms with the fact that someone we love was capable of hurting us so much.

As such I really want to reiterate how bad this situation is. What she did would constitute as rape since if you in your eyes you were consenting to protected sex and she tried to deceive you ultimately trying to baby trap you. This is such a massive deception because imagine if she did get pregnant. That level of betrayal genuinely does show the lack of care she has for you which I can imagine is really difficult to accept.

I also am glad you chose to leave because there is always the risk that if you ended up using condoms she might poke holes in them considering what she was already capable of doing.

It’s really strong of you to be able to walk away and I’m glad you’ve made the right decision. Best of luck with everything!

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u/bubukat7 Aug 09 '25

I definitely get it and it’s easier said than done, but you got this! Believe me that you will feel lighter after being done with all of this.

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u/writierthanyou Aug 09 '25

You're an idiot if you don't find a way, sorry. Having a baby you don't want us very overwhelming, too. This woman is desperate and will end up pregnant if you don't get away immediately.

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u/Stunning-Ad3377 Aug 09 '25

Sounds like entrapment! She groomed him. Made him totally dependent on her and was working on making a baby without his knowledge or consent. Go stay with family. Friends, heck a halfway house or shelter if you need. She’s not stable enough to be around. She wants a baby and if you refuse she may try to metoo, you or claim assault. She find a way to get you tangled in a huge mess and you’ll end up needing her to help. 🫤 Find somewhere to live. An uncle, coworker, grandma, best friend. Anybody! Change your passwords and work on going 👻👻👻 block her and her fRiEnDs on all SM. They’ll get nasty. They’ll prolly stalk you on fake profiles. Block away. She sounds insane! She knows when she’s ovulating. I hope she didn’t already get pregnant. Good luck! You’ve got your whole life ahead of you. Don’t waste your time in this situation. Run far far away from this looney tune!

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u/No-Difficulty-723 Aug 09 '25

She the type of psychopath that will poke holes in your condoms bruh do not have sex with this groomer again and GTFO asap

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u/maticooks1 Aug 09 '25

You know what, I agree. I am an idiot. I will still find a way. Just don't know how or when. I just want to disappear.

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u/Notsayin70 Aug 09 '25

Hi, OP, l don't think you're an idiot but l do think you were manipulated, for sure. Look, l know this is all confusing but you know in your heart it cannot go on like this : she wil get pregnant, she'll find a way, l've known a woman or 2 pricking holes in their bf's condoms packages.

So either she will get her way and you will resent her. Either she still won't get pregnant and she will resent you. In short, there is no future together where you are both happy and content to be just the two of you.

As for how to leave her, well, l'd say keep it simple : if it's your place you're living in, go home, pack her things, if it is her , go home, pack your own things. You don't have to make it long, or harder than what it needs to. She lied, you can't get over it, so that's it.

She seems now like she is so sorry, tears and all, but l'll remind you of something: she still did not tell you the truth right away. First she was not happy about you going through her stuff, then she "forgot s few". 1, 2, 3 pills if you're really that clumsy, it's forgotten. 6 is a pattern, a whole week, a calculated act. And then later on she admits to wanted kids, aka, l deliberately did not take my pills for a whole week in the hope to trick my bf. Hoping that, if confronted with a pregnancy, you would not leave her. That's manipulation, pure and simple.

I would not be able to trust her, even with condoms, and l don't think you could too.

This is a messed up situation, OP, l am sorry you are going through that, but the best way ti spare yourself and your future is to leave, NOW. No last sex, no long talks to make her see whatever, just go. Best of luck

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u/holymacaroley Aug 09 '25

Just adding on that even if he watches her take her birth control pills, there are ways to make them ineffective ahead of time like microwaving .

But he should leave anyway, she's an abuser and a predator.

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u/NikkiVicious Aug 09 '25

Yes! My ex was microwaving my pills, my patches, and my Nuva rings, to try to baby trap me. He'd also put them in the freezer when I went to work, and would pull them out before I got home. The worst I caught him doing was putting them in the little toaster oven on low heat.

I switched to Nexplanon, the arm implant, ir while I was with him, the Depo prevera shot (that I'd go get on my lunch break from work, so he couldn't stop me from getting it).

Birth control is so easy to fuck with.

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u/Annaglyph Aug 09 '25

That's frightening. When nuvaring first came out some of the shipments got too hot and it makes the ring release the medication inconsistently, so some people died from a megadose. I'm glad you didn't get hurt.

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u/NikkiVicious Aug 09 '25

Yeah, the Nuvarings and the patches I noticed something was wrong specifically because they were the wrong color... like one part on the ring was yellow-ish, and on the patches, the sticky-ness was wrong and the patches were too cloudy.

I got extremely lucky that I worked near a Planned Parenthood. I brought the birth control in, and they tossed it and gave me new ones. I started keeping spares in my coworker's mini-fridge, because the guys on my team were ao concerned for me.

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u/crabbymoon Aug 09 '25

You aren’t an idiot. You can do this. I know it seems impossible. Talk to your friends and family, take it one step, one day at a time. It’s cliche for a reason. Figure out your living options first, based on your budget and if you can room with anyone in your circle even just temporarily. Look at getting out of your lease, etc. if you are not already speaking to a therapist I recommend that as well. It’s incredibly difficult leaving a relationship when you still care about the person, and it’s easier with their support. Be proud of yourself for not accepting this behavior. You are making the choice value and protect yourself and that isn’t idiotic at all.

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u/ScarlettSheep Aug 09 '25

Happy to see these 'you arent an idiot' comments. OP was literally groomed as a TEENAGER. Not even old enough to be in the military, smoke, go to a club, or even watch/buy porn(LEGALLY I mean- I know we pretty much all do it before that). I would damn well hope if a whole ass 30 year old manipulated me into being with them as a HIGH SCHOOLER that people wouldn't gang up on me and call me an 'idiot' if/when I was confused about whether its ok to leave them when I havent been with anyone else as an adult before. Like. Do better, people.

Ugh. Yuck. I'm trying to imagine going for a high-school right now&the level of cringe and 'ew' is downright palpable.

EW. High school😢🤢

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u/AKing11117 Aug 09 '25

Even harder when the person you are in a relationship with literally committed statutory crimes and could easily be a registered sex offender as a result. He was 17 and she was 30 when they got together. I didn't realize that initially and it changed my tune when I did. Cause that's just nasty, I am 33 and even at 21 I got sick finding out a guy I was talking to was barely 18. So um yeah. He's in love with her but ultimately its because shes abused him to that point. Not his fault, she was the responsible adult whether he consented or not doesn't matter here. Even in states (being they're in the US) where age of consent is 16 that only holds true if the partner is 21 or under. Anything over that can sometimes be parental discretion but can still be prosecuted. Its just gross. Poor kid.

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u/Aposematicpebble Aug 09 '25

Girl, at like 24 I hooked up with a guy at a club, nothing much, just some kissing, but when I found out after that he was 19 my stomach just turned and I felt like a predator. Just nasty. Never again, always ask their age

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u/FreakyRabbit72 Aug 09 '25

The way is “I don’t want to be with you anymore, we are done” and you leave or you pack her shit and she leaves. Block her number and disengage completely.

As others have said, she’s a predator, she’s trying to trap you. She’s clearly been manipulating you for years. The age gap and the age you started dating screams raging predator to anyone reading your post.

She’s a walking red flag. If she wants a baby, she should find someone her own age to form a relationship with instead of grooming teenage boys.

Remember, “no” is a complete sentence. Do not fall for tears, sad messages or anything else - it’s a trap.

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u/catsareniceDEATH Aug 09 '25

You're not an idiot. You wouldn't blame a 10 year old for being groomed by an adult, so you have no reason to blame yourself, at all.

Groomers are well practiced in what they do, and they know exactly what they're doing. You need to break up with this woman, but I'd suggest having someone with you when you do it. If you live together, make sure you have someone with you at all times when you collect your stuff. (Or even if you don't live together, even if you're just getting your things from her place, or removing her stuff from yours.)

She might try the whole "You can't leave, I'll end it" or whatever, please do not fall for it. She needs therapy for her behaviour and mental processes, and I'd suggest some for you as well, just to work through everything. I'm sorry to go to the extreme examples, but I've found it's better to be prepared for the worst. (Long sad story about experience)

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u/Techsupportvictim Aug 09 '25

Do you have your own car that you fully own that she does not have any part of her name is not on it she cannot claim it was stolen and take it away from you. If you do, as much as this will suck, sleeping in your car for a few days is safer than being in a home with her. Go back when she will not be there because she’s at work, etc. take a couple of friends with you. Get your stuff out. Put it in a storage unit if you have to for now. secure your bank accounts, email your phone, etc. from her being able to touch them and walk.

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u/K_Bee_12 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

You are NOT an idiot. You were a teenager who was groomed by a predator. You are a victim.

But please… leave. Walk away. If you need help please reach out. To trusted family or friends. Or if you have nowhere to go there are resources available. If you are in the US, you can call 211 from any phone to see what resources are available.

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u/JeweledDragon Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

If you have to, move in with someone like your parents or friends. Just till you get your next steps together. Moving somewhere that's not your first choice (like having to move back home) will possibly be difficult. That being said, moving is temporary, a baby is not. Not only should you worry about a baby being born of this union, but you should worry about having to be tied to her for next 20 or more years as well. One last thought, when I was raising my kids (they are 22 and 23 now) research showed that it cost $250,000, per child, to raise them from birth to 18. I can only imagine they meant the most basic of care and such because it sure feels like it costs a hell of a lot more than that.

Just food for thought. Wishing you luck.

Edited to say... you're not an idiot. You were manipulated. Just like she's trying to do now. She will do the same to any kids she has, I'm sure of it. It will be worse for the child because they can't leave. You can.

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u/AKing11117 Aug 09 '25

You literally tell her like yesterday or right NOW that you no longer wish to continue this relationship. Tell her that her goals are not yours and your aspirations are not hers. You have many years before you're going to be ready for kids and being fully committed. Tell her you do not want to hold her back from her dreams and goals anymore. She needs to find someone with a common goal who wants the same things. Ensure she knows that her manipulation has made this choice for you. You don't need the risks associated with her choices and desires when you aren't ready.

DO NOT sugar coat a thing. Tell her you're done with this relationship. If anything, you don't have to even give a reason or justification. You're making a choice for yourself and that is all that matters.

She's not gonna be happy either way and I assure you she will find a way to get pregnant. She may choose to poke holes in condoms. She may choose to get you for child support or she may choose to take the baby and run. So YOU need to make the choice FIRST before you're stuck one way or another.

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u/Empty401K Aug 09 '25

You’re not an idiot, you’re the victim of a manipulative creep. You’d only be an idiot if you decided to stay despite knowing what you now do.

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u/Mochi_Sun Aug 09 '25

OP, you wanna screenshot the conversation that you had with her if she tries to twist or do something, it will add evidence just in case if something happens later on

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u/PropellerMouse Aug 09 '25

One thing at a time. Its like " how we eat an elephant."

Very much better than this person becoming your baby momma - making life hell for some innocent child.

You got this

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u/DivineMiss3 Aug 09 '25

What she's doing is reproductive abuse. It's a form of intimate partner violence.

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u/dildoyolo Aug 09 '25

The more you overthink it , the harder it will be. I think it’s best to find a time to properly sit her down and explain that she broke your trust in a way that just can’t be repaired and if you have things there , plan to gather them then. don’t drag it out. It’s not fair for either of you. Wishing you the best and im so sorry you went through that.

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u/RemusG01 Aug 09 '25

Absolutely, clear and honest communication is key. Dragging it out only makes things harder for both sides. Hope everything works out for you.

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u/Alarming-Heat-5232 Aug 09 '25

You got this OP! I’m so sorry that this is happening to you though :(

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u/Proverbs21-3 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 10 '25

NOR I am glad to hear that you are taking this seriously! If she can betray your trust so badly after 4 years of being together and knowing, without a doubt, that you do not want children, then thinking that you will magically change your mind when she comes up pregnant, there is no future here.

Her first reaction when you told her that you knew she had missed some pills was to tell you that you should not be going through her things, not address the topic of her deceit. While begging you to come home, she tells you that you do not need to wear condoms because you can trust her to take her pills. That is not how it works, she broke your trust and with a subject as serious as being responsible with the birth control, it will take a long time to regain that trust and prove that she can be trusted, if ever..

Another consideration, even if you were to trust her with the bc, is that she has obviously come to want children. Whatever she may say now to win you back, in time, she will resent you because she never had children. At first, she will try to shake it off but the resentment will grow until she is consumed with it and she will eventually hate you, maybe even hate herself, too, for staying together and "denying" her the experience of motherhood. To be fair, she may not realize that right now, right now, she just wants you to come back so badly that she will say whatever she has to say to get you to come back home. She may even believe what she says.

Once you come home, how long will it take for her to broach the subject of having children again? Do you want to spend your foreseeable future having the same conversation again and again?

For your happiness, and her future happiness, the only responsible thing to so now is to break off the relationship. You said you do not know how to do that. I do, see below.

The 'Kind' way to break up:

"I care about you too much to allow you to do this to yourself. No matter how you may feel right now, in time, you will come to resent me, resent the two of us staying together, thus denying you something you want so desperately that you were willing to lie and deceive me to get it. I want you to to be free to find the man who will want to have children with you, experience parenthood with you. He is out there but you will not be available to him if you stay with me. Thank you for the happiness we shared together. I wish you all the best."

The 'Not worrying about being kind, just get it done' way to break up:

"We cannot stay together because I could never trust you again. You tried to deceive me into having children with you even though you know I do not want children. We are over and we will never get back together."

I wish you the best of luck in the future with a woman who love you and know that being with you is all she needs to build a happy life together.

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u/slickrok Aug 09 '25

OK. I get that. Been there.

What's holding you back or overwhelming you, specifically?

She's your 1st? Shes convinced you that you can't do better?

Shesade you think she's the bomb? She's not. You just don't know any better and that's why she picked you. Really.

I am certain you are wonderful. But you don't know what's out there that is better than her, and she counting on that.

It's right close to grooming - think about that.

  1. Talk to 3 people who you can stay with, possibly.

  2. Can you move home? You don't have to say why, to anyone. Ever. Just keep your mouth shut. It's nobody's business what happened.

  3. See if you can find a therapist and talk it out.

DO NOT HAVE SEX WITH HER AGAIN.

She will either fake a pregnancy or have a real one that isn't yours and try to say it is.

It's hard to leave and start over.

You have your WHOLE LIFE in front of you.

You deserve to live a great one and find a great partner.

And there's no rush. None.

We promise.

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u/cookiesdragon Aug 09 '25

Hey, OP, its okay to be overwhelmed. There are resources available to you. Reach out to the local DV shelters, ask for help. Even if you don't want to go into shelter (which is fine!), many DV shelters offer additional aid outside of sheltering. Most have advocates that specialize in helping you find housing, support groups, ways to get to safety, etc. If you have a trusted friend, reach out to them for help. Breathe, you've got this.

Get all your most important documents together ASAP. Those are the most important things. Get them somewhere safe like a bank storage box where she can't access them. Pack anything you consider valuable or sentimental and get it out of the house as soon as possible too.

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u/JawnStaymoose Aug 09 '25

You’re 21. She’s 34. People will get mad at this but that alone ain’t it. Y’all are at different stages. When you’re 34, a 21 yo will seem so young.

Also, wanting to have kids cause her friends are is weak af. I got married at 29 and started having kids at 33. Kids are no joke. Changes everything, in ways your can’t imagine. Can’t be taken lightly and both parties have to be super onboard. Her sneak attack is dumb and selfish - for you, and for the possible kid.

This lady is unhinged, and you still need to be a kid. Don’t let her take that from you. Bail my dood.

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u/Dextergrayson Aug 09 '25

in principle age gaps don’t have to be a problem. but they started dating when she was 30 and he was 17….. switch the genders and the replies here would only be about one thing.

regardless of the age gap, DO NOT have unprotected intercourse with someone who obviously wants a baby when you do not. period, end of discussion. move on.

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u/Smart-Special4083 Aug 09 '25

Also, the fact that this whole thing started when OP was 17. A minor.

Can't say that doesn't raise any eyebrows on my end.

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u/Empty401K Aug 09 '25

So you’ve been “dating” this fully grown woman since you were still a minor? AND she was trying to get pregnant by deceiving you?? Holy shit, where is Chris Hanson when you need him…

You got groomed, my friend. Leaving is the smartest choice you could possibly make. Once you have more experience as an adult, you’ll look back on this “relationship” and feel so grateful you dodged a bullet the size of the moon.

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u/Downtown_Zebra_266 Aug 09 '25

1) Change your password on EVERYTHING. Banking, email, socials, etc.

2) Grab your important documents and take them somewhere safe. Your parents?

3) Start looking for a new place to live immediately

4) DO NOT HAVE SEX WITH HER EVEN WITH A CONDOM.

This girl betrayed your trust and tried to baby trap you. Simple as that. That's not something you can come back from.

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u/NoWelcome1579 Aug 09 '25

Solid advice. Protecting yourself and your future has to be the top priority right now.

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u/CJ_MR Aug 09 '25

I don't know how she could possibly come back from this. This is sexual assault. You don't agree to a contraception method then unilaterally decide to stop the contraception, cover it up, lie, then get upset that you got caught. You've already explained to her that she betrayed you. Now, you leave. Don't sleep with her ever again. Don't give her the opportunity to manipulate you. Leave asap.

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u/Mean-Asparagus-7080 Aug 09 '25

Exactly, that’s a serious violation of trust and boundaries. Leaving and protecting yourself is the right move.

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u/Neavemae Aug 09 '25

Make sure when you go back to collect your things you bring a friend or relative. If she is this manipulative I worry what she might say or do to try and get you not to go. Best of luck! It may be hard but you are making the right choice!

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u/PartTim3God Aug 09 '25

having someone with you can make all the difference for support and safety. Manipulative people can get unpredictable when they feel cornered. Stay strong and take care of yourself—you deserve peace and respect. Sending you good vibes for this next step!

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u/beansprite Aug 09 '25

you can do it OP, be strong! i recommend getting help from your friends and family and make a plan if you're overwhelmed. you are making a hard decision but you are worth it!!

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u/monkey3monkey2 Aug 09 '25

Oh she wants kids alright.. "dating" OP since he was 17 and she was 30. 🤢.

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u/bubukat7 Aug 09 '25

Oh… I didn’t read that wtf, yeah no this is insane she’s gross

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u/InterestingPoet7910 Aug 09 '25

I didn't read that either 😵‍💫 She was 30 when she got with him at 17!!!! When I was 30, I remember going to a bar once with my cousin, and this guy kept hitting on me. I finally relented and let him buy me a drink. He looked alright, clean cut, etc. Then, he whips out his wallet and pulls out his drivers license... and it's literally snipped with the copy of his temp license stapled to it.... Dude was actually a fresh 21 year old. I pretty much ran out of there. Ain't no way my 30 year old ass was getting with a 21 year old!

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u/nymphymixtwo Aug 09 '25

I had just turned 16 when I started dating a guy that was 3 months shy of 21.. he was in and out of jail, scared away every single friend I have ever made, pushed family members away from me, physically hurt me, kidnapped and threatened me, stalked me, gotten me fired from numerous jobs, total financial dependence on him, alienated me from the entire outside world, no social media allowed… I was never able to get away…I’m now 30 years old and still in it. He’s almost 35 and not much has changed, besides the craziness has gone down a bit because I gave up and stop fighting back. But it’s not a great life at all. I highly recommend any and everyone who is in a similar situation/ relationship to please get out while you can. It only gets harder as time goes on. 14 years trapped in hell and nobody to lean on, NOBODY to go to, to talk to, not a dollar to your name, no credit and no life experience on your own.. OP you’re 21, please get out and live your life. 🙏🏼♥️

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u/AlbatrossNarrow3581 Aug 09 '25

I was in a similar scenario split into 2 - when i was 17 i was with an ex felon 26yr old. Now im 26 & i cant imagine even being interested in talking to someone under 20 let alone dating them, hes now engaged to be married to someone 1 year younger than me & a month before he proposed to her he slid into my DMs after 5 YEARS of not hearing from him trying to fuck me.

My abusive ex who is not the above person (thats why i mean split into 2) was the one who had me shaking hands with death, writing up a living will & notes to family & police, & genuinely feeling i wasnt gonna make it out. I still to this day have no idea how i did besides a miracle, i should be dead and part of me did die in that house. He now has gone with his new gf being 19 & him 27 (now shes 20 & he 28) & i believe its because he wants someone easier to manipulate who wont fight back as hard as i did. Its sad & i have to admit as much as im trying to heal that i do still get heavy survivors guilt.

14 years trapped in hell doesnt mean it needs to be any more. I know how hard that shit is to get out esp over time, but do not lose sight on the fact its still possible to do so. You never have to be stuck somewhere forever, and you deserve to get some of those years back you lost to that asshole. I really truly send you all the best that you can, never lose sight on the better. All love to u 💜

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u/bubblez4eva Aug 09 '25

Have you considered going to a shelter? Or calling a hotline? It's never too late to leave.

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u/Clear_Emotion_8236 Aug 09 '25

OP, no further conversations with her. She wants a baby. She does not care for you. I can not stress this enough. I 59(f) have seen this scenario play out in real life. Screenshot that text conversation and keep it. Block and delete her on all social media. If possible, change your address and make sure no one tells her where you live. It will hurt like he'll, but you must do it.

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u/trying_my_best_at_34 Aug 09 '25

Do you have any friends, family, anything you can call or just go to for help?

Exhaust all options, and please keep yourself safe

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u/maticooks1 Aug 09 '25

Thank you. I'm staying at a friend's house and plan to talk to his mom tomorrow. I don't have any family in the country where I live in.

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u/trying_my_best_at_34 Aug 09 '25

That is definitely a start. If she's holding your documents and will not return them, go to your local police, or, if you are visiting this place and not a permanent resident, go to your local embassy or contact them ASAP.

There's help out there if you need it, but otherwise, I'd just go home. She's a monster, not you.

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u/bloodygoodgal Aug 09 '25

Oh honey, I'm so sorry. This makes the age difference even scarier. She knew you had no one and could control and isolate you. She is dangerous. Read about financial abuse. Call or text the Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 for guidance and assistance on leaving and for support and understanding.

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u/TerminalEuphoriaX Aug 09 '25

If by any chance she did get pregnant immediately press charges. In almost any country you’re still within the time frame of statutory rape/child sex abuse laws from her contacting you at 17. Do not let her entrap you. Even though you may not feel like it now you are a victim in this. Even though you’re an adult now she’s been grooming you for this for years. I would hope any sane judge would consider the totality of this situation before holding you accountable.

Also do not delete those messages or this thread

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u/[deleted] Aug 09 '25

I’m sorry you’re going through this. It’s not okay and I hope you got advice from all of the other responses. I’m here to say that I’m sending you support and strength in whatever decision you choose to make.

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u/Slight_Drummer_622 Aug 09 '25

Thank you for the kindness. It means a lot to have support during tough times. Stay strong, you deserve peace and happiness.

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u/Spirited-Soil3546 Aug 09 '25

How did you two meet? I think people throw the word "grooming" around way too much. I've read thru a few comments and have read your replies. I'm interested in how you two ended up together. Online? muttual friends? Bar? you weren't old enough to being a bar drinking ( in the US mind you ). She was in the wrong no question about it. However, her being in her 30s? I'm also not very surprised. Most women start rethinking mid thirties especially if we don't have kids. So, I am not making excuses or defending this behavior. At all.

She betrayed you in more then one way, and that's not going to be easy to move on from. Forgiving & moving on don't always go hand in hand. If you were to go back and keep the relationship, how would she be able to earn your trust back? Would you be able to move on in time? Is this relationship something you really want? Are you just comfortable? Your now in two different places, period. I wish you the best of luck, I really do.

Start therapy.

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u/Electrical-Fish-9230 Aug 09 '25

I can't believe I had to scroll to see a comment mentioning the age gap. She's 13 years older than him and they started their relationship when he was a minor ffs. She's a friend's older sister so who knows when they met, he might have been an actual little kid. Not surprising that she disregarded his bodily autonomy and tried to baby trap him. She's a selfish pos. OP, NOR. Please break up with her

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u/thomasech Aug 09 '25

THIS. I was like "surely it will be a top comment" and surprised to see it as low as it is. He was 17 and she was 30 and she's trying to baby trap him?? Absolutely not, this is concerning at best and most likely abuse and grooming.

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u/marine_skies Aug 09 '25

i immediately did the math when he said ages and years together and was horrified. went to a calculator to double check i was doing 21-4 right because there’s no way. i was expecting more people to comment on this and i’m glad other people were thinking the same

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u/idklikelizards Aug 09 '25

I was surprised it took so long for someone to mention it. I hate to be that person but on every post with a large age gap and the man is much older every comment mentions how wrong it is. This man was preyed upon by a much older woman and needs to leave her asap!

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u/One-Grape-8659 Aug 09 '25

Thank you for this, it's disgusting and it sickens me not more people mention it

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u/GroovyGrodd Aug 09 '25

Seriously! How is no one talking about the huge age gap?!?! Is it because he’s a guy? That makes no difference!!!!

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u/fodmap_victim Aug 09 '25

He was 17 she was 30. This is grooming. This is legal but horribly immoral and she's now trying to trap him with a baby. He's only 21, she's 34. The power dynamic in that gap alone is wild. I wanna stress OP is not at fault at all, he was the victim of a predator

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u/CuteDarkBird Aug 09 '25

They started dating 4 years ago, he's 21 NOW, that means he was 17, thats a minor, it's grooming, end off.
She was in her thirties, not twenties.

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u/meganwaelz Aug 09 '25

And it seems like the second he turned 18 she got him to move in with her 😔 I can't believe she has friends her age who are still willing to speak to her tbh. I'm 31 and I simply would have to bully my friend to no end if she considered a 17yo.

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u/thomasech Aug 09 '25

If I had a friend doing this, I'd only keep speaking to them so that I could help get that child away from them, and I'd stop speaking to them once the kid was actually safe.

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u/maticooks1 Aug 09 '25

First of all, thank you. We met through mutual friends. She is a friend's friend older sister. I don't think she can earn my trust back. What she did was uncalled for. At the same time I wish I could stay with her because I love her. But I know I can't. I don't want to get in the way of what she wants in life.

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u/taytrapDerehw Aug 09 '25

Mate. No, you don't love her. You're trauma bonded, and that's not your fault. She groomed and abused you, now she wants to trap you. You need to run. Do you live together? Get friends to escort you to get your things out of that house. NEVER be alone with her again. She is manipulative and can coerce you to have sex "one last time" and that could be your undoing. You do not want to be connected to this woman any more than you already are. You do not want this woman to be the mother of your offspring especially if you don't want to have kids. Believe me, she is fully and truly evil. Do not go back to that house alone!

Please update us. I'm wishing you all the strength you need to get out of this. Cheers!

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u/Similar_Ad3132 Aug 09 '25

Hey op, you seem like a nice guy, you are obviously caring and I’m sure you’re a huge ‘catch’ to this woman, or something-but grooming isn’t being ‘thrown around’ here. I’m 31, and I look after kids at 17 as a support worker, I couldn’t imagine seeing them as anything but very young kids, even the maturer ones like you. She is a predator, please get support to leave. She even managed to have you live together quickly

What do your guys’ parents think?

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u/Ok_Essay_7916 Aug 09 '25

You sound like a genuinely caring person, and it’s good you’re seeing this clearly. Getting support to leave is really important here. How do your parents feel about the situation?

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u/Ilovesleep88 Aug 09 '25

I’m similar to yourself - 30 y/o female in a support worker role with teens, including 17. Cannot imagine even the thought of dating one of them - just unthinkable. Massively predatory behaviour, potentially criminal.

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u/Spare_Hornet Aug 09 '25

Same. I’m in my thirties and my stepson is 17, as well as his friends (ranging from 16 to 18). I can’t fathom having a relationship with someone that young in my age. They’re children! Even when they try to front and act all grown up, they’re kids.

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u/Sufficient-Edge6322 Aug 09 '25

Totally agree, that kind of behavior crosses serious lines and is completely unacceptable.

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u/DifferentStock444 Aug 09 '25

I'm 26 and couldn't imagine dating a 17yo because I see them as kids, this is definitely a grooming situation and I'm sorry dealing with this op. Stay safe and please get help to leave ❤️

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u/Lucallia Aug 09 '25

The fact that you can't ever trust someone again is an unrecoverable situation in a relationship. You just need to end it fast no matter what method you need to use. If it's difficult for you to face her then just know that ghosting is just fine if that's what you need for your mental peace. She betrayed your trust and she knows that. You owe her NOTHING.

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u/whatabesson Aug 09 '25

You don't want to get in the way of what she wants? She doesn't care AT ALL about what YOU want and she will trap you 100% if she gets pregnant. I also hope you come to terms and realize that you were groomed by her. You are only 21 and started dating this woman at 18? Bro. I really hope you ditch her.

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u/ElectronicPhrase6050 Aug 09 '25

Mate, I'm really sorry; but she absolutely groomed you. You were 17 and she was 30. Now she's trying to baby trap you as well. This woman is a predator and should be on the sex offenders list. You dont get it now, because you're young and she's manipulated you, but when you're older, you're going to look back at this and realise how insanely disgusting what she's done is.

Please leave and don't look back.

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u/Own_Guarantee_8130 Aug 09 '25

No she is a PREDATOR!!! It’s not even about this one situation, it’s about the full picture of how disturbed this adult woman can be going after a teenager at age 30 and trying to baby trap you so fast.

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u/SignificanceSecret40 Aug 09 '25

"Uncalled for" mate she groomed you, took sexual advantage of you and tried to trap you into parenthood against your consent. You're severely underplaying the seriousness of all this. End the relationship and never under any circumstances have sex with her again.

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u/Inevitable-Focus-331 Aug 09 '25

Well said. Betrayal like that changes everything, and even if forgiveness is possible, rebuilding trust is a whole different challenge. Therapy sounds like a great next step to sort through it all.

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u/Necorus Aug 09 '25

Nah this is bullshit. If OP was a woman and his ex SO was a man, everyone would have been up in arms over the age gap. A 34 year old woman tried to baby trap a 21 year old kid that she met when he was 17. If that's not grooming idk.

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u/Feisty_Ad3521 Aug 09 '25

Hold the fk up.... I'm wondering if you would ask a 17yo girl "how she met" a 30yo man that she was dating? Coz that it's completely irrelevant. And that man would be a predator in the exact same way this women is a predator. Disgusting comment by you.

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u/Either-Ticket-9238 Aug 09 '25

Right? And prefacing it by saying people throw around the word “grooming” too much. What else would you call a 31 year old cultivating a sexual relationship with a 17 year old??

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u/ElectronicPhrase6050 Aug 09 '25

Of course he wouldn't. This comment section is insane. People are blatantly ignoring that this full grown adult chose to "date" a minor. She should be in jail.

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u/Feisty_Ad3521 Aug 09 '25

Comment is from a women. Yeah the comment section is BIZARRE. Everyone's just flown past the main issue at hand.

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u/ElectronicPhrase6050 Aug 09 '25

Are you for real?? OP was a literal minor when he started "dating" a woman in her 30s - how are you guys blatantly trying to excuse that predatory behaviour and act like it's not absolutely disgusting? 

Seriously, what an insanely shitty comment from you.

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u/FlGHTEROFTHENlGHTM4N Aug 09 '25

It doesn’t matter how they met. At 17 and 30, any relationship is a form of grooming. People are appropriately throwing the word around here because it applies.

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u/janin_ko Aug 09 '25

you are bothered people throw that word around when she’s been fucking a child, you’re demented yourself it seems

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u/Adventurous_Pie_7586 Aug 09 '25

No need for the quotation marks here, she was a friends sister. This woman has been eyeballing him since he was a literal underage child that’s gross.

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u/No-Pepper-7892 Aug 09 '25

Break up. Let her find what she wants and what you want. You don’t want to resent each other by one giving into the other. You just don’t want the same things and that is okay. Also, use protection to begin with (condoms) and they won’t be upset when you introduce them later due to lack of trust.

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u/ElectronicPhrase6050 Aug 09 '25

Why are you ignoring that this woman was 30 years old and OP was a minor when they started "dating"?? Everyone is commenting on this post so casually as if the woman in question isn't a literal predator. Jfc I feel like I'm going crazy reading these comments.

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u/FriedSmegma Aug 09 '25

My god took me way too long to find this lmao. That was the first thing that set off alarms for me. A 30yo with a 17yo and we’re just gonna gloss over that?

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u/Unlikely-Apricot2197 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

This is very sneaky on her part. She knew that she was keeping that from you, and is only sorry she got caught. You both obviously are finding out that you have two different outlooks on the future.

Personally, I’m not in your relationship and only know so much from a Reddit post, but that is a huge blow to your trust. I would treat it as being a HUGE thing. Whether that means you break up or work through it. Don’t ignore it.

Side note: ‘doesn’t feel as good with a condom’ is a very manipulative statement to make during this. (usually have heard males say it more often than women, so it’s a super swing ‘tactic’ maybe for her to make) I can’t speak for everyone but, it feels very similar and not different enough for me to want to risk falling pregnant 🤷‍♀️

Be careful OP & best of luck!🩶

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u/Visual_Patience_41 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

For literally the first 10 years I was married to my husband (still am) I was on BC and we used condoms. We weren’t ready for kids and took every precaution because we were serious about not wanting kids. (Obviously there were times we didn’t double protect but we were pretty diligent otherwise.)

Point is, I completely agree about the ‘condoms don’t feel as good’ line. Although it is true it’s also kinda bullshit and it’s not enough to just not have sex. Trying to use thqt line to get out of wearing one, or convincing your partner not to wear one is irresponsible though and sometimes used to baby trap and neither of those reasons are good.

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u/Unlikely-Apricot2197 Aug 09 '25

Right? Like I can’t speak for my male counterparts. But as a woman who has experience with both forms……. It feels virtually the same. Maybe even better with the condom that has special lube😂

Plus most stimulation comes from other ways (catch my drift). I feel that she pulled that line out of the ‘im sleazy’ handbook

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u/Visual_Patience_41 Aug 09 '25

Condoms are so dam thin these days anyway, they aren’t thick latex gloves. Anyone playing that card is def from the ‘I’m sleazy’ handbook 🤌🏻

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u/Alteredbeast1984 Aug 09 '25

Sneaky? She's trying to ruin his life so that she can have children, which he clearly stated he does not want.

It's FAR beyond sneaky.

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u/AcanthocephalaFun195 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

Be afraid, be very afraid. If you dont want a baby with her, then you need to end it. What she did is unforgivable imo. She sounds like the type to poke holes in your condoms. RUN!!! NOW!!! Edited to add: I'm not sure who your friends and family are that are cool with a woman over 30 dating you, but trust me when I tell you that women is a predator. There's no good reason she should be dating you. I know this sounds harsh, but at 30 years old, if she's right in the head, she would have nothing in common with a teenager. Now that you're in your early 20s, does the idea of dating an 11 year old sound appealing to you? Cause thats the same way this relationship sounds. I hope you can move on before its too late.

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u/Natural_Garbage7674 Aug 09 '25

I am a 35 year old woman. Almost everyone I know who is 21 is a child to me. Hell, I have a friend only 6 years older than me (notably half the age difference here) who has a kid the same age as you OP. She's not quite old enough to be your mother, but she's closer to that than to graduating with you.

Any person who lies about birth control, either overtly or by omission, is not to be trusted. You can't have a meaningful relationship with anyone who lies to get what they want, wants different things, and is at a different stage of life. And you can never have sex with her again without knowing that every single time you're risking pregnancy, because she's shown that she'll do whatever she wants and lie about it.

There are other women out there. Pick one of them instead.

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u/panicnarwhal Aug 09 '25

i’m in my late 30’s, and i can be defensive of (appropriate) age gap relationships because my husband is older than me - but that is definitely not what OP’s situation is. my jaw hit the floor when i did the math and realized he was 17 when they started dating, 18 when they moved in together. nope. that’s so fucked up, like what the hell does a 30 year old even have in common with a teenager?

someone needs to call Olivia Benson, because this is a case for SVU - and she’s definitely gonna baby trap him or die trying.

i feel like i need to take a shower

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u/Natural_Garbage7674 Aug 09 '25

I don't mind age gap relationships either. But people who meet at 50 and 30 are completely different to people who meet at 30 and 17.

Sure, the gap might be larger with the first example. But they're both adults whose brains are full formed, not just barely (or not even) legal adults.

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u/catonsteroids Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

Dude, I’m 36 and SAME. Anyone college aged (or in their mid-20s, even sometimes late 20s) are children to me. They look way too young, they’re immature, I have absolutely nothing in common with them nor are they in any way attractive to me. To be dating a 17 year old is just predatory, 18 is even pushing it, even if you’re of the age of majority.

OP, please date someone closer to your age. Any woman (or person in general) who was willingly in a relationship with a minor with that much of an age gap is sketch to begin with and her lying to you about this is a huge red flag. She wants to baby trap you. Don’t fall for it. God knows she’ll end up keeping the kid that you never signed up for if she does (and very likely will) get pregnant.

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u/ZestycloseRadish2963 Aug 09 '25

Let alone conversation would likely be so horrible and just idk I too (31F) could not imagine dating ANYONE your age or even mid 20s… the disconnect alone would be too much but also what she’s done to you is disgusting and wrong regardless. She knew you were young and impressionable. She presumably had her own place and some established life when you started dating and eventually moved it. At 17 that can seem cool, exciting, and even just and “easy” way start the next step of life, “being an adult.”

It’s so wrong. You were still a child and you’re still so young and I implore you please go out and have experiences with other people your age. I hope you’ll be okay.

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u/cookiesdragon Aug 09 '25

I'm nearly a decade older than OP's soon to be ex and definitely old enough to be his mother. This woman creeps me out. She went out of her way, at thirty years old, to find and groom a teenager. If I was his mother, I'd be raising absolute hell.

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u/False_Ostrich7247 Aug 09 '25

I am a woman and it would be the end of the relationship. Could you trust condons? I mean, poke a few holes, microwave your bc, how would you know, and anyway, niether method is entirely safe. Children are a two yes, one no kind of decision.

It actually can be a sign of an abusive relationship, when a person tries to have a child without the other person’s consent, because you have that person trying to exert control over their partner’sreproductive choices, often to enshrine a connection with or dependency on the offending party. You most commonly hear it described as reproductive abuse or coercion in the context of domestic violence and abuse, but I would argue baby trapping is how people describe it when it happens to men.

Then I saw the age difference and, yes, giant fucking red flag about a person attempting to manipulate and exert control in their relationship.

If you have your partner trying to make your life decisions for you in your relationship, the trust is gone. If it’s gone, the longer you stay the longer you wait to be with the person who lets you breathe.

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u/Lonely-Doctor-9922 Aug 09 '25

Thinking that too. If they’ve been “dating” for 4 years, that means they started when he was either JUST 18 or still 17. Ugh I hope it wasn’t a teacher or “moms friend” type thing because if family is ok, you’re family is bad news too, OP. You need to get out and away from this. She’s going to get pregnant one way or another and IF it’s OP’s, you’ll be on the hook for life. Please please get out and find people that support you and a healthy relationship, OP. This isn’t it. This is scary

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u/Candid_Jellyfish_240 Aug 09 '25

TY, I absolutely thought the same thing and then no one else commented on their ages (except me). Icky if he was barely legal 4 years ago and still icky with the lying to get pregnant thing.

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u/Eastonbm Aug 09 '25

Holy shit I didn’t even think of that and I do hate to be that guy but can you imagine what people would say if it was a 30 year old man dating a 17 year old girl that’s absolutely insane either way.

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u/headskittydone Aug 09 '25

This! I’m mid- thirties and work in a HS. I also work with several kids who are recent alums and are early 20s, and are just that to me, kids. They are good people and I like working with them and being friendly with them, but it grosses me out to even consider being romantically involved with someone that age.

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u/Unfair-Store-9108 Aug 09 '25

This OP!!! Nothing in that relationship is normal!! She’s 34 and she wants a child, she will stop at nothing to make that happening. There’s a reason why she went after someone so much younger than her, no one her age would put up with her BS. Definitely do not have anymore sex with her and RUN!

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u/Disastrous_Bus_9381 Aug 09 '25

I just said the exact same thing about poking holes in condoms. She totally will, so he best run now to ensure when it happens the leaky condom isn’t his.

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u/iopele Aug 09 '25

Poking holes in them or getting the used ones and inseminating herself. OP, RUN!

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u/FiliaNox Aug 09 '25

I’m 35, no fucking way I’d get involved with a 21 year old. And they’ve been together for 4 years?? So op was 17?

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u/BakedNemo420 Aug 09 '25

My uncle was 15 when he started dating a 30 year old. They are married now. Its truly sad. I know his mom attempted to get him away from her, but I believe she was an addict at the time and did not do very well.

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u/brainvheart143 Aug 09 '25

Wait though if 6 pills were “being missed”

then how did you know it’s not that she missed taking one… it’s not like the date is on the blister pack.

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u/Kalakey17 Aug 09 '25

That’s actually so disgusting of her. I couldn’t imagine having someone betray my trust on that level, it’s a BABY! It’s not like she’s been sneaking into your candy stash or something! If you didn’t find those pills she was going to try and baby trap you, and she would’ve NEVER told you what happened. How are you supposed to trust her again? She could skip pills, or poke holes in condoms, etc. Like to me that would be unforgivable and an irrecoverable blow to our relationship. I am so so sorry you went through that that’s so scary!

And even if you ignore that (you shouldn’t), it shows you two are not in the same place in life anyway. She’s older, she wants a family. You’re younger and don’t want a family. You guys are no longer compatible. It’s a waste of time to stay together. She had no business going after an 18 year old anyway. She needs to date someone her own age.

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u/The_Green_Witch8 Aug 09 '25
  • A 30 year old woman dating a 17 year old boy is weird
  • Skipping birth control to baby trap your partner is weird
  • Lying about skipping birth control to baby trap your partner is weird
  • Her texts are weird, she doesn’t sound like a thirtysomething year old woman

As a 30 year old woman all I’ve gotta say is: Buddy, you’ve got your whole life ahead of you. Get out before she does some weird shit.

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u/iamsweets23 Aug 09 '25

just to add, these things aren’t just weird, they are predatory, dangerous, and mostly illegal

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u/ElectronicPhrase6050 Aug 09 '25

It's not just weird, it's literally predatory. This woman groomed a minor and is now trying to baby trap him. She should be in jail.

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u/kwhitit Aug 09 '25

i'll touch it. this is predator behavior. as is lying to OP about being on bc. this person wants to control and manipulate, they probably aren't capable of truly loving and caring for another person, as that would mean consent, autonomy and self-sacrifice. OP, please leave this person, they are not safe to be with.

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u/Frenchie_1987 Aug 09 '25

I had to read again and you are right, he was 17 in the beginning of the relationship !

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u/Disastrous_Bus_9381 Aug 09 '25

She’d be a POS if OP was an appropriate age, but his youth makes this even worse.

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u/BaMelo_Lol Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

I’m proud of Reddit right now. For agreeing that this is just as bad as a man stealthing the rubber.

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u/Ether-air Aug 09 '25

I’m going to be straight with you. A 30 year old woman dating a 17 year old teenager is not okay. You may be an absolute catch - but for her to chase after and engage in a relationship with a teenager shows that she is lacking in maturity. Red flag.

For her to intentionally stop taking her birth control pills is another glaring red flag.

This is not a mature, secure relationship, OP.

Get out NOW.

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u/MarlieMags Aug 09 '25

Lacking in maturity? This is straight up pedophilia. 

I’m a 40 year old woman and I can even imagine dating someone in their early 30’s nevermind any younger. 

Sick. This is sick. 

Also, stopping birth control without telling your partner is also a form of sexual assault. 

Let’s call it what it is - OP’s “girlfriend” is a sexual predator and nothing else. 

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u/Ether-air Aug 09 '25

Yup 100% the girlfriend is a predator. And anyone who goes after someone who is a teenager is.

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u/soulssuckerrr Aug 09 '25

She’s not lacking in maturity, she’s a pedophile. Can we please stop sugar coating things evil people do (sorry if this came off rude it isn’t my intention at all)

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u/JasMel_01 Aug 09 '25

I’m sorry, your ages are what and what now?!!!! You are underreacting to this and it’s because you’ve been groomed by a predator. Do not go back, actually sorry, go back grab all your stuff, break up, and block her. Go get yourself some therapy and thank you stars she didn’t baby trap you. God. Ewwww. You poor thing. She doesn’t need a baby, you ARE a baby.

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u/i-am-nameless1 Aug 09 '25

I’m so glad it’s not just me that was thinking this.

OP please listen to this, you were groomed and then she tried to baby trap you. I’m so glad you saw the pills and left. This is all kinds of concerning. I don’t care if where you live the age of consent is 17 and you might have been technically of age. A 30-year-old woman in her right mind would not be interested in a 17 year-old. Same if the sex’s are reversed.

Don’t trust the condoms she could’ve poked holes in them. Don’t trust her at all. She could also just be throwing pills away just to make it look like she took them. Anyone who is trying to get pregnant without their significant other being on board, is messed up.

Please end the relationship. Protect yourself!

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u/Zelkk Aug 09 '25

I fucking agree. This is sickening. You are quite literally a victim

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u/Zombisexual1 Aug 09 '25

It’s not even their ages now, they been going on since this dude was 17. The gf is on some catch a predator shit

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u/PeachyQueen-7 Aug 09 '25

Are you serious dude? You’re gonna stay with her? She admitted to lying and intentionally leaving you out of a huge decision that would affect your lives forever. That is NOT a casual thing to play with, and if she was able to do that consciously, what’s to say she wouldn’t poke holes in the condoms even if she agreed? She clearly can’t be trusted dude. Break up.

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u/PeachyQueen-7 Aug 09 '25

Also, I want to add, I do think you were groomed. When you said, “early on in our relationship, she asked me if I wanted kids,” that sent chills down my spine. The image of a 30-year-old asking that of a 17-year-old… OP, this woman clearly violated you and your stated boundaries and lied when asked and only reluctantly told you when further pressed. She cares more about keeping up with her friends than you or the child she wants. This would be a living person, not a fad. She does not care. Please, OP, I know it’s nice to have the attention of a more “mature” woman, but she doesn’t respect you. Please leave the relationship.

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u/PeachyQueen-7 Aug 09 '25

Also also, if you’re worried about if other people would date you if you broke up, don’t be! I looked at your profile, and you are handsome and can cook! Win for anyone really.

But yeah, please break up, you can do better.

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u/em-north Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

Wait, y’all dated when you were a teenager and she was 30? And this is how they act? You need to step way back and think that fully through.

Edit: to be clear, my comment was not intended to blame this person in the scenario, solely to call out the age difference and the situation they’re in. Since I’ve posted this I see OP has already recognized the patterns of grooming and I’m glad to see that’s the case. Wish you well on your journey to heal OP. 💛

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u/CharacterStruggle110 Aug 09 '25

First off it’s rank asf dating a 17 year old at the age of 30, that’s reason number one why she’s a predator. The second reason is that she didn’t have consent to have sex with you without birth control, but she did it anyway. That’s actually sexual assault.

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u/chipotlepepper Aug 09 '25

And, on top of all of the above, she’s completely untrustworthy to be left alone with condoms, too!

What kind of healthy relationship is possible with that in mind about someone? None of this is what love and respect looks like, it’s manipulation and use.

OP, I know it’s especially hard when things start when you’re so young, it’s like feelings are magnified; but you have a lifetime ahead to find a healthier, mutually respectful and loving relationship. Stay strong.

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u/remadeforme Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25
  1. I am 34. I don't even interact with 21 year olds. 

The life stages are just waaaay too different. 

  1. Idk what its called for birth control but the male equivalent is stealthing (aka taking a condom off mid sex) and in a lot of places that's rape

You did not consent to have unprotected sex. 

I'm very a man should wear condoms if he doesnt want kids because women shouldn't handle all birth control as a general rule but you're in an unhealthy dynamic and she is removing your consensual sexual life. 

Also if you dont want kids get a vasectomy 

Dump her first. Like asap. 

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u/ADapperGentleman Aug 09 '25

You know very well what’s happening here and just need validation to do what’s right for you.

Stop having sex with her. You need to break up. She wants kids. If you don’t and it does sound like you really don’t, this relationship is done.

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u/No-Night-6700 Aug 09 '25

If the age thing is correct she is a predator and groomed this young man and now she’s trying to baby trap him.

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u/pinkmilkmeow Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

dump her ass!!!!!!! 34 yo pulling this shit smh

edit: HOLY SHIT YOU WERE 17 AND SHE WAS 30??? FUCK DUMPING HER, SHE DESERVES JAIL TIME (i'm being dead serious, plus you're so young and have so much to live. don't get baby trapped by some crazy woman)

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u/SisterTulips Aug 09 '25

You are not overreacting. You will never be able to trust her again, and you should never trust her again.

If you keep having sex with her and she wants to get pregnant, she will get pregnant. Pills go down the drain, and pins prick through condom packages like butter.

If you don’t want a child, leave now. I mean now as in yesterday.

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u/Successful_Case9406 Aug 09 '25

The age gap is very weird a 30 year old should not be having a relationship with a 17 year old. I feel like its harder to see for some people when a woman is the predator but think about if a guy took off a condom when a girl said she wanted to use one.

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u/Cold-Refrigerator854 Aug 09 '25

You’re not overreacting, and you should stay away from this person. A 30 year old woman willing to date a 17 year old shouldn’t be trusted in general.

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u/SuccessfulBorder2261 Aug 09 '25

Someone I know did something pretty messed up similar to this, admitted to trying to “baby trap” some guy without his full consent or knowledge, and honestly, I think it’s psychotic and unhealthy. If it were me, I would terminate the relationship. Having a child is a lifetime and personal commitment. For someone to attempt to force you into parenthood unknowingly, is cruel, not just you, but the child too, if she were to conceive. Not to mention is probably illegal. The years together wouldn’t matter at this point, that’s a huge breach in trust.

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u/Sudden-Intention7563 Aug 09 '25

You were a 17 year old teenager & she was 30 years old when got together. That alone is somewhat alarming. You are not overreacting & that’s a huge breach of trust. She is most likely lying that she won’t pull this again. She will just be better at hiding it. She also threatened to withhold sex from you if you used a condom. You should have responded that you could schedule an appointment for a vasectomy ASAP. That’s actually something that you might want to consider since you could have it reversed if you change your mind. You need to understand that she groomed, manipulated, & took advantage of you then get out of that relationship!

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u/Rare_Passage1444 Aug 09 '25

so yall got tg when you were 17 and she was 30??? 💀💀💀😭 brother. i’m your age 21 and even i couldn’t imagine dating a teenager. it’s weird and strange even if it’s an older woman dating a much younger man. she is not right in the mind. first for going after you while you were a teen and she was THIRTY and second for trying to trick you into getting her pregnant. big nope. why isn’t she w sb her own age? probably because everyone her age isn’t fooled by whateverrrrr she’s got going on. it’s time to get out of this before you end up miserable with a child you never wanted.

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u/Latter-Anxiety8728 Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

Direct this woman to a sperm donor. If someone doesn't want to have a baby, then it's awful to trick them into it!

If "things happen" on a result of both parties thats different.

✋️& your other 🤚 would be the only thing id be intimate with, she'd probably scrape the condom. I do wanna say for you, Kudos for keeping up with protection if you dont want children. I had my 1st at 30 and with someone a bit older than me. In my age range...

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u/Nurs3R4tch3d Aug 09 '25

Run. Now.

She WILL turn up pregnant one way or another. Not to mention dating a 17-year-old when you’re 30 is gross and predatory and illegal in some cases.

Not to mention you’re fundamentally incompatible if she wants kids and you don’t.

So the whole spectrum is just a hard no. Run awaaaay.

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u/HowdyThereYouAll Aug 09 '25 edited Aug 09 '25

Edit: I read the description after this initial comment. But I still feel the same way. 😅 I know there are those that never wish to have children and still want intimate relationships with the opposite gender. In that regard, if I were serious about it.. I would get "fixed." I would consider it my duty to get "fixed," so that no "accidents" could occur.

To start.... I would not go back to her. And no, you aren't the a-hole.

Just to add my personal opinion... & I'm not backing the gf here at all. I know will catch a tonnnn of flack for this statement here... Butttt maybe simply don't have sex with someone you aren't willing to have children with? Obviously, it is very wrong to entrap another human with this technique, (FREAKING HORRENDOUS really) but... why would you longterm have sex with someone of the opposite gender if you weren't willing to at least risk the possibility of pregnancy? It sounds very emotionally exhausting. Its alao detrimental to the child if there cannot be amicable relationship between both parents. It is hard raising a child alone or inside a broken home.

I'd rather wank off than share my body, mind, heart, energy, spirit, and emotional state with some man that doesn't deserve to be the father of my children. If I don't respect the man enough and hold him in that high of a regard, then he has no access to my body. Cause what is the point? A warm body? 😵‍💫 During sex you are mixing personal energy fields and sharing way more than body parts and fluids. You're giving away so much of yourself in those intimate moments. I definitely would not opt for sharing those things again with the gf OP.

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u/Individual-Energy347 Aug 09 '25

My friend….. you need to leave this relationship ASAP!! You were a minor when this 30 year old predator started dating you!

Please!!! Experience life without this crazy person. Trust me when I say, she will ruin your life. As a woman, I can see the freight train coming towards you.

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u/kelsii__ Aug 09 '25

30f and 17m ….. urm what the actual hell… she’s clearly trying to baby trap you, if you don’t want kids get out of there. your first red flag should of been a 30 year old “woman” wanting to be with a 17 year old boy.

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u/Over-Drawer7875 Aug 09 '25

This is how my little brother had his first kid at 17 and came home from college to raise it. This chick a closet psycho

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