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Cohabitation Agreement

Hi moms,

I'm seeking your opinions without judgment and any legal insights if available. I am due to give birth in a month. Although my partner and I are engaged, the past 8 months have been beyond challenging financially and emotionally.

Despite therapy and my efforts to communicate my needs, there hasn't been any change. He has shown no emotional involvement in the pregnancy, and has not even bought a single item for the baby. After repeatedly asking for his time and attention, he continues to prioritize his friends over me. Coming home past midnight, making decisions without communication, not having compassion, there is just so much more.

I honestly feel like I am being dragged on the floor in my most vulnerable stage.

I no longer trust his commitments, and marriage seems impossible at this point. Can I request him to sign a Cohabitation Agreement (it’s like a prenup for unmarried couples) before allowing him to give his last name to the baby at the hospital?

The stress is overwhelming, and I'm considering giving birth alone althought this will be a major fight.

I have been a stay at home (pregnant) mom, have no financials and I feel so weak. I need some sort of backup should I decide to leave, again I no longer believe in his commitment or words , reason why I am seeking legality before baby is born.