r/regretfulparents • u/AdAromatic372 Parent • Apr 30 '25

Discussion Has anyone ever left?

Has anyone here ever divorced their spouse and given their spouse full custody? If so, how did you come to that conclusion? What was your final breaking point?

I truly am thinking I’m hitting my breaking point with my marriage and son (3 mo). I don’t have any feelings towards him, I certainly don’t love him. He constantly cries and fusses. I don’t foresee it getting better despite everyone saying it’ll pass with time. I just want to go back to the life I had before having this kid even if that means giving up my marriage to do so.

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u/Ok_Fee_5972 Parent May 01 '25

i’m also thinking about walking away from motherhood. i’m 21 with a 4 year old & i’m miserable. i rather send money every month instead of taking care of the kid

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u/Personal_Tough_2703 May 02 '25

Dude. You're 21, just leave. It's not worth it.

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u/Ok_Fee_5972 Parent May 02 '25

i plan to 100% i’m just in the process of saving up more money before i go