Are childless couples selfish?

I have read that people who don't want children are inherently selfish. Either way it's a choice that people make as bringing up children is indeed very hard ! People make sacrifices to put their children first in mostly any decision. This is understandable but can also be considered a selfish choice as the childless person is free to do what they want without having to consider others, it maybe because the person is career minded or just not maternal or paternal. What do you think ?

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RubySoo · 56-60, F

They might be selfish in that they want to spend their hard earned cash on themselves....but thats their call.
I think its more selfish to have a child that you dont intend to love and cherish and give it the very best life you can!

Andy69 · 51-55, M

@RubySoo I agree, to want something for yourself is indeed a selfish choice, but as I have already said, when the child is born comes the real responsibility, school fee's, helping them with their home work, teaching morally right from wrong, acting responsible in front of them as a role model, it can all be very stressful when children get out of hand and be downright disrespectful, being a parent is a sometimes a thankless task, but it can also be reward, childless couples miss out and can regret it in time.