2006-07-22 22:46:01 · 17 answers · asked by therazorsx 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Why is the morals of the man always in question? If they both were using birth control and it failed (this does happen), why is it assumed that the man is a "pig". I've noticed that most women label a man as such, but another woman would NEVER lie to a man about their use of birth control or trap a man....would they?
2006-07-22 22:54:54 · update #1
Women watch too much "Maury".....
2006-07-22 22:56:48 · update #2
This is a good question.
Yes, it is definitely possible that no matter how much protection one may use, it may eventually backfire. If a child is the result of this relationship, then I feel that it is DEFINITELY the responsibility of the man and women, to raise their child.
Because, it YOUR child. Mistake or Not.
2006-07-22 23:12:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I believe that in a court of law, a man is held responsible as a parent if he is indeed the parent, regardless of how the conception took place (I think artificial insemination is different).
So much for legalities; for morality? I suppose it is subjective, but if there was an accidental pregnancy and birth control was attempted, I don't know that you should hold the man accountable to be a parent in the physical and emotional sense, but there is more to child support than a monthly check, so it depends on the man and the woman, really.
Personally, I would feel guilty about it, but outside of financial responsibility, unless I wanted to play a role in the child's life, I would'nt. I am a parent, my son is 16; my ex and I have been apart for many years, and I am utterly devoted to my son, just for reference.
2006-07-23 05:53:46 · answer #2 · answered by taishar68 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The man could have nothing to do with the child as that is his right; however, by law, he would still have to pay child support. Or, if it is agreeable to both parties involved he can sign over all rights to the child to the mother and never have any say in that child's life again.
Birth control issues aside (yes we know they fail and yes we know sometimes a partner neglects to use it without informing the other partner) one would hope that they would be mature enough to handle the situation in a civilized manner.
2006-07-23 07:39:35 · answer #3 · answered by genaddt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not. It takes two to tango! Why should the woman have to care for and raise a child by herself if the man is quite capable of helping. You may even fall in love w/ the child. Beside the women can always get child support from the courts if the man is not willing to do it willingly.
2006-07-23 05:53:03 · answer #4 · answered by Ronika 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the man could have nothing to do with the child if he has no morals. I mean, yes you could say ta ta and not have anything to do with it, but you are forgetting you are responsible for bringing a new life into the world. You can not forget that- although some people will try it. In short- it is possbile but who would want to do that I do not know.
2006-07-23 06:00:49 · answer #5 · answered by Robbie N 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure why you have posted this in the religious section, as most religions condone casual sexual relationships.
The answer to this question lies in the morals of all involved, especially the man's.
Having a child is an incredible privilege that should not be taken lightly.
Best wishes.
(Edit: D'oh! That should read "don't condone" lol)
2006-07-23 05:51:24 · answer #6 · answered by K M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As far as seeing the child, yes he can have nothing to do with this child. BUT legally he is responsible for the financial end. He WILL and SHOULD have to support this child. He helped make it, so now he can step up to the plate.
MAX is so dead wrong too. The father MARRIED or NOT can legally in a court of law be FORCED to pay child support for this child that he did father.
2006-07-23 05:58:24 · answer #7 · answered by GRUMPY 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Have nothing to do with" emotionally? That's a moral choice.
"Have nothing to do with" financially is not. The guy owes child support, but should first insist on a paternity test in which the loser of the challenge pays the bill.
2006-07-23 09:02:01 · answer #8 · answered by wmp55 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on your character! If you're man enough to accept your responsibilities, you would be glad or even INSIST to raise that child. If you're a jack -***, then you'll shirk from the respoinsibilities.
2006-07-23 06:12:00 · answer #9 · answered by cellm8te 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no
even if u ignore ur moral responsibislties to care for ur own child and even if u never get to know or see the child u will still be paying for it
2006-07-23 05:52:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋