• zaph@sh.itjust.works
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    1 year ago

    Because many middle aged parents regret having kids. With kids, how can you do anything with your life? A career you hate but can’t leave because you have mouths to feed. Not being able to have any hobbies because between work and sleep all your time is consumed with your kid’s hobbies.

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      1 year ago

      Everyone regrets the choices not taken. I regret having picked college over a paying job, my dad regrets not enlisting and becoming a sniper, my mom regretted not picking a career in math… everyone thinks the grass is greener on the other side of the fence.

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      1 year ago

      I couldn’t imagine regretting that I had a child. That sounds like someone who abuses or neglects their child. If you are pregnant and don’t want a child, either get an abortion (if you can) or put it up for adoption. You can’t be forced to raise a child.