Man impregnated female friend using his sperm and a turkey baster . Robert lady Boardwine had envisioned an active role in child 's life . Mother , Joyce Rosemary Bruce , only wanted him to be ' a friend ' She stated that if she used turkey baster and avoided intercourse Boardwine would have no parental consent . But Virginia court rules Boardwine has the right to be treated as a parent .
Man impregnated female friend using his sperm and a turkey baster . Robert Preston Boardwine had envisioned an active role in child 's life . Mother , Joyce Rosemary Bruce , only wanted him to be ' a friend ' She believed that if she used turkey baster and avoided intercourse Boardwine would have no parental rights . But Virginia court rules Boardwine has the right to be involved as a parent .