>>717975963 (OP)
These things fire up my paternal ache neurons like nothing else.
I see these babies, and I just want to play peekaboo and hear their precious little laughs. I want to feed them a bottle and then hold them close in my arms as they fall asleep. I want to be on guard at any moment to drop everything and tend to them when they start crying out of nowhere.
Paternal Ache is the only way I can describe what this is. It's been a while since I've gone on a date, but when I think about finding a girlfriend these days, it's not for sex, it's for a fulfilling life where I and someone I can fully trust make the amazing decision to raise a baby together, and in spite of all fears and doubts, we manage to be good parents to a set of amazing people.
Just seeing a baby is enough to cause the ache. even hearing one cry out in public. I want the whole experience. Changing diapers, dealing with tantrums, the unexpected messes at the worst times.
Any ideas on how to start getting out of the house and meeting people? I've been wary of the dating apps and websites for all my life, but I've been considering it recently.
