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Ever regret having had children?

I think a lot of ppl do, but god forbid they should admit that!
Dare to be brave...
exexec · 61-69, C
I never regretted it, although being a parent isn't easy. We enjoyed our children and their friends, even during their teen years. We have been proud to see them grow into responsible adulthood, making positive impacts on the lives of young people and having families of their own.
Wiseacre · F
No arguments there..@exexec
Jenny1234 · 51-55, F
I don’t regret it. I just Wish I had known beforehand how hard it was going to be; mentally, physically, financially
Wiseacre · F
Indeed@Jenny1234
Foxyfoxfox · 51-55, F
I def do. Its been hard to face that fact. I've never worn rose-colored glasses, but its been a hard pill to swallow. I only had one child and that child has been the most toxic person in my life.
Wiseacre · F
I can relate...no guarantees u will like ur kid!@Foxyfoxfox
SW-User
@Foxyfoxfox so sorry for you

I have issues with my son, just ungrateful not toxic and it is emotionally really hard to bear
bowman81 · M
I don't regret it. My wife used to say..."if we never did anything else right, there are our kids". She was correct. For sure there were trials, tribulations, and a lot of work. There was also a lot of joy, fun, and a sense of family that continues to this day. Both of mine are grown and raising families of their own. I am a better person for having raised them. I was blessed by having two great kids to share this adventure called life with.
Wiseacre · F
Blessed indeed@bowman81
Adogslife · 61-69, M
Meh, if done correctly, they’re a lot of work. They certainly help you mature. They’re awfully expensive though.

I certainly don’t regret having my two girls, but at the same time I’m elated to be free.
I regret NOT having them.
Wiseacre · F
Is it too late?@PhoenixPhail
@Wiseacre Not physically, I suppose. But it's pretty late in the game, socially.
I regret not being able to have any.
Wiseacre · F
Torsten · 36-40, M
never.
I had doubts when My girlfriend was pregnant, but that was more doubting myself because honestly I had no clue what the hell I was doing, up till my son was around 1year old, I was always doubting myself and think I was doing a horrible job and the newborn phase absolutely sucks.
But I have never had any regret
No not at all. I think I’ve lived my life enjoying my single life and starting a career before starting a family.
I’m one of the “older moms”.
SageWanderer · 70-79, M
Never regretted children and proud of what they have become. I do fear for my grandchildren though.
Wiseacre · F
With good reason@SageWanderer
I do.
They are great people mind you. but I've saddled them with life in modern times. This is all so difficult.
Beautywithin · 36-40, F
No, its taught me a lot and by god its hard at times but i wouldn't change it.
Never. Only regret being with a partner who never wanted more.
MrGomco · 36-40, M
I don't have children and I never will, I had a vasectomy over seven years ago, too late, the world is rotten, I wouldn't want my children to grow up in this garbage dump full of crises, debts, pollution and misfortune.
Wiseacre · F
Agreed@MrGomco
Millerdog · 56-60, M
sorry but never. it's actually through my kid i have learned how to love unconditionally. but that's not to say i don't get frustrated or pissed off. but i love my kid and i don't see that ever changing
choccymonster · 56-60, M
no, my daughters and grand daughters are my everything.
Wiseacre · F
Ok..can’t relate!@choccymonster
choccymonster · 56-60, M
@Wiseacre how many children have you ? what's the main cause of the troubles ? 🤔
Wiseacre · F
Only one...took after his antisocial father!@choccymonster
SW-User
No, having my son is the best and most rewarding thing I ever did
Wiseacre · F
Lucky@SW-User
ozgirl512 · 26-30, F
Not yet... Mind you i don't have any either, unless cats count🤔
Rambler · M
Never... my son has been the greatest joy of my life
Jeephikelove · 46-50, F
I have moments
SW-User
my mom once said she does bc she had us young as she was taught that this is all there is to life, tbh i feel bad for her
Jenny1234 · 51-55, F
@SW-User my mother told me basically the same thing. Women are meant to get married after highschool and start a family and be a homemaker. They shouldn’t work but if the have to, the only acceptable jobs are secretary, nurse or teacher. And never go to college or university because you will become a lesbian. So my sister went to university and I went to college and she was convinced we’d both become lesbians
Wiseacre · F
Awfully ignorant..@Jenny1234
Penny · 46-50, F
Not at all. My two girls are like my little angels.
Wiseacre · F
Lucky@Penny
Penny · 46-50, F
@Wiseacre thank you. sorry if youre having trouble. want to talk about it? you can pm me if youd like
Chelsiegirl · 46-50, T
So glad in 44 with no kids.
Wiseacre · F
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
There was one moment when my 6 year old, 1 year old, husband and I all had a gastro bug at the the same time. My husband put our one year old in my bed with me so he could go throw up. My one year old threw up all over me and the bed and then I threw up.

I cried and thought why!!!!!!
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
@SW-User it was. He’s 9 now and when either of them are sick I just stay up and watch them at night. I know it’s neurotic but I wouldn’t sleep anyways
SW-User
@iamonfire696 It must be exhausting, but it is a beautiful example of a mother's love
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
@SW-User thank you for saying that. I don’t sleep well anyways 🤣
summersong · F
Never once.
lumberjackslam · 41-45, M
my parents regret having me. they're still trying to get a retroactive abortion since they believe they missed their chance.
Wiseacre · F
Did they tell u that?@lumberjackslam
Not at all. She's my life
SW-User
I feel guilty
Wiseacre · F
For what@SW-User
SW-User
@Wiseacre bringing kids into a scary place

Or choosing myself as the adoptive family when others might have done better
Wiseacre · F
Understood @SW-User

 
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