Advice - Not being around for the birth of my kid?

[ChrisM19]

My gf is due in August but I don't think I'll be around for the birth as I am getting sentenced in July and my brief has told me to expect up to 2 years. I'm 19 and would do anything not to be in this situation and to be around for the baby. My gf is sticking by me and I'm trying to do the best I can for now. Is there anything I should be doing to make things better for her and what can I do to show that I want to be a good Dad despite all this?

[bednobs]

the only thing you can do is keep your head down, do your time and resolve to be a better person and a worthy father when you come out

[tamborine]

You gave up your liberty with committing an offence. The babe will be born regardless now. Behave in goal & your sentence may be shortened - hope you now learn the value of freedom!

[dot.haukes]

http://www.actionpf.org.uk/

You must be half way there to be even asking this and your GF must have very strong feelings for you. keep working at it and good luck.

[gossipgirl]

i agree with bednobs, keep your head down and do your time. and learn not to commit an offence again. In the meantime though couldnt you start putting a little money aside to help out when the baby is born?

[waterboatman]

Learn from your mistake lad. It sounds like you have a good girl there. Resolve not to let her down again. I think you are made of the right stuff to be asking this question. well done. We all make mistakes lad, all of us. I wish you well.

[Velvetee]

I know I'm being nosey, but what did you do, was it classified as a petty crime? Have you been to jail before and are if not, are you scared?

[ChrisM19]

Velvetee - I'm in court for ABH and posession of a knife - two separate things and I know I did wrong. Never been in jail before so I am a bit nervous about what to expect but cvan look after myself OK

[Velvetee]

Ok Chris, well hope the time passes quickly and you get to see your baby regularly.

[kia cat]

Prob stating the obvious, but has your brief made it clear that you are a Dad to be? They may make a non-custodial sentence for you.

If not as others have said, good luck, stay strong. Good wishes to your lady and the soon to be littleone.