Baby-faced Alfie, who is 13 but looks more like eight, became a father four days ago when his girlfriend Chantelle Steadman gave birth to 7lb 3oz Maisie Roxanne.
He told how he and Chantelle, 15, decided against an abortion after discovering she was pregnant.
The shy lad, whose voice has not yet broken, said: “I thought it would be good to have a baby.
“I didn’t think about how we would afford it. I don’t really get pocket money. My dad sometimes gives me $10.”
Alfie, who is just 4ft tall, added: “When my mum found out, I thought I was going to get in trouble. We wanted to have the baby but were worried how people would react.
“I didn’t know what it would be like to be a dad. I will be good, though, and care for it.”
Alfie’s dad Dennis told how the lad does not really understand the enormity of his situation — but seemed desperate to be a devoted and responsible father.
“He said I should tell my mum but I was too scared.
“We didn’t think we would need help from our parents. You don’t really think about that when you find out you are pregnant. You just think your parents will kill you.”
Alfie’s dad, who is separated from Nicola, believes the lad is scared deep down.
“When you mention money his eyes look away. And she is reliant on her mum and dad. It’s crazy. They have no idea what lies ahead.”
This is one bizarre story. I don't even know what to say. He looks more like the baby's older brother than father. This is really unfortunate, but at the same time at least both parents realize they screwed up and want to be responsible. Alfie's probably going to have to sell his playstation to help pay for formula haha.
ReplyDeleteThis is crazy. Babyfaced? He freakin 13. Its not like he's 23 and looks like an 8 year old...
ReplyDeleteHow something like this happens is crazy. I couldnt imagine being the father of someone who would be old enough to be a friend or a brother. Crazy.