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I'm 21 years old and about 7 months ago I found out that I'm going to be a dad. It was un-planned and very scary at first, but I realize, now, how lucky I am to be a part of this. And, to have the family, mother-to-be, and friends that support this new family.
One friend in particular (let's just call him Rick) is my old roommate and childhood friend. Since I told him the news he has been supportive, generous, and as happy to be a part of this change as I am.
Needless to say, I could use your help.
Rick is a fellow Imgurian, and if this picture of him (cleverly hidden behind the posts, with the yellow shirt) helping me put together my daughters crib gets enough upvotes, then maybe he will see it and smile.
Rick is a good friend. Be like Rick. Upvote Rick.
thisisntfun
North Dakotans are pretty nice, go bison
ebraun99
Oh Hey! That's me! Love you bro. Oh and to everyone yes it is a NDSU national champion shirt.
TotallyGilgamesh
National Champions DAMN RIGHT GO BISON \m/
Higgysmalls
I have a 9 day old, the delirium from lack of sleep is setting in. Help.
LankyFrog
is Rick single?
hode420LCGS
And very ready to mingle.
djrizzlefizzle
NDSU alumni?
ebraun99
Senior
jzerr8
Is that an NDSU shirt I see?!
NDAngusCow
That was the first thing I saw...
wifehere
How about you, be a good Dad, hang around when shit gets tough. It will be worth it. :)
hode420LCGS
I wouldn't have it any other way.
BealzAfuzz
He's behind the crib. Look behind the crib!
wadatahmydamie
Upvoting because I was going to say the same thing
Fuzzy1982
bnuihj
fastest way to the FP... xD
ndsuguy
Go Bison
slax0rr
Became a dad at 19, unplanned. It was scary, but the moment you hold your boy/girl for the first time, all fear flies out the window, grats!
Feanor19
Same here. I wasn't ready I thought but I really does come natural and now I can't remember life without him. Seems like he was always there
ladytroutslayer
I'm 23, BF is 19. Expecting in October. I'm so proud of how he's stepped up and grown over the months. Can't wait for him to meet our girl.
DaBark
Marry him.
iAMthedroidurlookingfor
Hubby him up
RyanBall1
Establish dominance?
MADASH3
Kudos for not being a dick and abandoning the mum
idontunderstanddickbutt
Ispy and NDSU t shirt?? GO BISON!
thefuzziestofbutts
As a fellow new parent, lots of patience with your child and your wife/gf/SO. I felt like I was going crazy after giving birth.
RobvanSomeren
Good guy Rick. Also, warning stickers all over a crib... Murica!
TheMrBadger
Name your kid Morty. Have Rick babysit. Say Ricky and Morty when you come back. Profit.
BulletsForBreakfastTacksForSnacks
Upvoted Rick, not his d-bag friend making him put together someone's crib.
PhiIIipJFry
I thought this was a hide and seek joke
iwasmydogsbestfriend
Plot twist. Rick is pregnant
EldritchNewb
Combine with comment 'Rick is the father' to unlock wait, what....
thefuzziestofbutts
AlmostPhil
hey TR!
Breelo
Go Bison!
superging1
Is that an NDSU tshirt I see?
ebraun99
Yes indeed.
NDAngusCow
Go bison! I recognise the T-shirt!
davidw888
I believe I see an NDSU shirt on Rick. GO BISON!
ebraun99
Dang right. All day every day.
ilikecats58235
Hey @OP what shirt is he wearing?????
ebraun99
I am wearing a NDSU national champion shirt
ilikecats58235
NDSU SUCKS GO UND!!!!!
skipweasel
If you're strapped for cash, almost none of the baby gadgets are actually necessary.
issuenotachoo
so true. my first xmas my parents went nuts with gifts, and all I cared about were the boxes and 99 cent dolls. ps best of luck OP !
AlltheHypethatMoneyCanBuy
We saved money by getting a lot secondhand at Once Upon a Child. Cloth diapers and breastfeeding = no recurring costs.
paeches
craigslist. people toss barely used stuff all the time. check the wealthy neighborhoods on trash night.
bren1109
I bought my son a ball that rolls around to help him crawl. He spent 3 hours playing with a straw instead. So much stuff you don't need.
EmiBunny0615
I'm 7 months pregnant and having the hardest time explaining this to my family. I don't want fancy crap, just his basic needs to be met.
BlackDragoness
Second hand. Saves money and everyone is happy.
canibFrank
Bouncy chair was a godsend for one; swing for the other. But yeah, lots of unneeded stuffs. Need square swaddle cloths and diaper champ.
SuckAnElf
Car seat, crib, food, clothes. & you're done. I recommend a long term convertible car seat to save $ in the long run. Never buy a used seat.
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SuckAnElf
While they can be great rock'n' plays only can be used for a couple months. We liked our pack and play but if using long term would def 1/2
SuckAnElf
get a mattress, unless you travel it's not really a necessary purchase. 2/2
ominousdusk
I dunno those jumperoos saved my sanity and let me eat and shower
SuckAnElf
Yeah there are lots of things I liked having but if you can't afford them they aren't necessary.
wizardglickwi
Clothes and furniture, even toys are going to come your way, assuming at least some of your relatives and friends are fully-finctional.
SuckAnElf
I guess diaper too. We even did some super cheap cloth diapers, cost a bit more than a box of diapers and lasted two years.
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SuckAnElf
We used some Alva's that we were gifted, also some Sunbaby diapers and cheapie flats/fitteds with covers.
DontusetheMword
Basically the only one worth buying is the baby gate if you have stairs. The rest are just trying to dupe people into spending money
RepostSadistic
My kids, by the time they could crawl, knew not to go near stairs
Feanor19
Come baby shower the only thing you'll need are diapers, bottles, and wipes. Clothing they outgrow so fast you'd be better to but when need
DeTroika
New mattress for crib shown to cut down on SIDS essential everything else second hand including buggies
DeTroika
Also dishwashers at highest temp sterilise bottles - mum of 3
skipweasel
As it happens we didn't have one of those - my wife couldn't use one. We just taught the kids to come down stairs backwards.
JupitersWitch
A swing is very necessary but stay away from that god aweful Mommaroo. A highchair is a big helper but can be bought later and 1/2
JupitersWitch
a changing table is a game changer. That is about it.
DontusetheMword
All of this true. My remark was towards all the "safety" crap, like cabinet locks and stove knob covers.
JupitersWitch
Depends on the kid but for the most part they aren't. The outlet covers I would do. Kids can short out your TV and stuff.
skipweasel
Change them on a mat on the floor - worked for us. My wife preferred it because you can't drop the kids if they're on the floor.
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pofalof
Plot twist, Rick is the father!
chepeweb
rick is begind bars
PunjabiMacgyver
... on the next Maury.
WickedWitchoftheMidwest
gasp you mean... it's a GAYBY!?
turtlepudding
I snorted at gayby
themexicanwave
AndAwaaaaaayWeGooo
Plot twist: Rick is actually Rick Sanchez and has been forced to live in the "real world" leaving Morty behind.
GirlsRgrossEWW
Is that an NDSU shirt I see Rick wearing?
spratacuss
plot twist, Rick is the dad
KingHassanISabbah
What's the son's name, Morty?
jt005
Mavgurian
Good friends share everything.
MrMango415
thelittletrainthatcanteven
We like to calm that a reverse walking dead.
ComeOnManYouHadOneJobToDo
Damn you! I was just about to type the same thing. I was going to say, he is only helping because of the guilt he feels knowing it's his.
wickedsmartandgoodlooking
I like this. Lets make him a vampire too.
bnuihj
And let's make a TRILOGY out of it!
idownvotekittens
And turn it into a movie and split the last movie into 2-3 parts for no reason.
bnuihj
Nah man, that would never work... but maybe with WIZARDS....
pianostacatto
I can't shake the feeling like he's got some kind of mortal/immortal opposition! Like it were destined!
bnuihj
Hey! We could even throw WEREWOLFS in it! Wouldn't it be awesome?!
wickedsmartandgoodlooking
Abort! Abort!