‘I don't want to feel like I'm raising someone else's legacy’: Husband asks pregnant wife to name their child after his late ex-wife, she refuses because she wants her daughter to have her own identity

Most parents think long and hard about what they're going to name their child before they come into the world. Most of the time, this choice is permanent, and the child keeps their name for the rest of their lives. So, yeah—a baby name is a pretty important thing for parents and for children. Choosing a name like Spoon or Hot Plate might not be the way to go… but I'm not here to yuck anyone's yum.

Choosing a name is a two-person job. Both parents must make the choice and agree upon what they'll name their future child. If one parent believes they aren't being heard in their frustrations and concerns regarding name choices, then it's important to regroup and find common ground.

The mom-to-be in this next story refuses to accept her husband's plea to name their future daughter after his late ex-wife. Of course, the woman knows that the wife cannot get between them and doesn't want to diminish her husband's grief. However, a name is a big deal, and she prefers not to use her daughter to memorialize someone she has never known… What do you think? Scroll below to read the full story.

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