But there’s more to using your baby as an excuse than just telling people you have to “watch the baby.” For one thing, that kind of talk makes you sound like a reluctant father, which places you somewhere on the spectrum between men’s rights activist and deadbeat dad. For another thing, without a strategy, people will get wise to what’s going on. And if people figure out you’re using your baby as an excuse, they’ll think you’re gross. That’s why it’s crucial to have a plan. Here’s your cheat sheet.
