Paternity Deception & Co-Parenting Challenges: Floyd Rounds Jr. Shares His Story
By Lana Reid | April 20, 2022
As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Floyd Rounds Jr., author and advocate, to discuss the deeply personal and often unspoken topic of paternity deception and the impact it can have on men, families, and children. Floyd shares his lived experience of discovering that he was not the biological father of a child he was raising and reflects on the emotional, legal, and co-parenting challenges that followed. Through honesty and vulnerability, he explores how accountability, informed decision-making, and centering the well-being of children are essential when navigating situations rooted in betrayal and broken trust.
In this episode of The Male Perspective, Floyd Rounds Jr. opens an important conversation about paternity deception — a subject that carries emotional weight but is rarely discussed openly.
Floyd explains how learning that he was not the biological father of a child he had been raising reshaped his understanding of trust, responsibility, and fatherhood. Rather than approaching the topic from anger alone, he emphasizes the importance of clarity, emotional processing, and legal awareness when faced with life-altering revelations.
During the discussion, Lana Reid and Floyd explore the complexities of co-parenting after paternity deception, including the legal considerations men must navigate and the emotional toll these situations can take on families. Floyd stresses the importance of centering the well-being of children, even when adults are grappling with feelings of betrayal, grief, and confusion.
The conversation also highlights the need for greater public awareness around fatherhood, accountability, and family law. Floyd advocates for informed decision-making and honest dialogue, encouraging men to seek education, support, and legal guidance rather than navigating these challenges in isolation.
This episode offers a thoughtful and balanced perspective on a sensitive issue, creating space for dialogue that prioritizes healing, responsibility, and the long-term impact on children and families.
About the Guest
Floyd Rounds Jr. is an author and advocate whose work focuses on fatherhood, accountability, and family law awareness. Through storytelling and education, he brings attention to issues impacting men and families, particularly those navigating paternity and co-parenting challenges.
For more information on Floyd Rounds Jr.:
https://www.floydsstory.com/
https://www.amazon.com/Floyds-Story-Relationships-Co-Parenting-Paternity/dp/1099632358/
https://www.instagram.com/floydonthesquare/
https://www.facebook.com/floydsstory
About the Series
This episode is part of the Black Men Matter Series, which highlights Black men who share lived experiences that foster honest dialogue around fatherhood, responsibility, healing, and family dynamics.
About the Host & Organization
The Male Perspective is hosted by Lana Reid, founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community-building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.
Conversations in Color’s Current Initiatives
THE MALE PERSPECTIVE
The purpose of The Male Perspective is to dispel stereotypes and increase awareness of the experiences of Black men through open discussions, thought-provoking interviews, and the sharing of personal experiences that highlight the diversity and depth of the Black male experience.
SISTAS REBUILDING SISTERHOOD
Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood is an intergenerational community of Black women who come together for relaxed, non-judgmental gatherings to exchange ideas, share experiences, and collaborate in a collective effort to improve the quality of sisterhood interactions in everyday life.
TAPESTRY OF BLACK VOICES AWARDS
The Tapestry of Black Voices Awards honors local communities and showcases the creativity, brilliance, and lived experiences of Black voices across the United States.