Ugh. Shit like this makes me terrified for my daughter growing up. I try not to think about it, but what if her older brother hurts her when he is older? Or her uncle? Or anyone close to us. I don’t think that any of these things will happen, but I don’t think any good mother has ever suspected and it seems to happen so often.. (I worry for my step son too, but I notice the worry a little more with my baby.) That poor girl, I’m sick just thinking of it. I wish this never happened to children. Thank God my father never hurt me.

OP, I’m sorry that you’ve been blindsided by this. I can imagine how shocking this must be for you and I hope you can cope with this news well sooner rather than later.