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[–] [email protected] 40 points 7 months ago (14 children)

I think most people simply don’t appreciate what having a child is and what a massive responsibility it is. Bringing another human being into this world is a gift, one that you should be expected to nurture and love no matter what.

The problem is that many believe that a child is simply an extension of oneself and can be manipulated and contorted into whatever the parent wants. A child is not you, a child is not a free workforce, or laborer. Too many people who do not truly understand what they are bringing into this world are parents and thats why theres so many flawed individuals.

I think most people shouldnt have children and especially right now with the way the worlds headed but to say having children is completely wrong is immensely stupid.

(in addition i myself am abstaining from having children because i dont want the responsibility and i find the lil shits annoying.)

[–] [email protected] 3 points 7 months ago (13 children)

I think most people simply don’t appreciate what having a child is and what a massive responsibility it is.

I think you're talking out of your own ass, if you believe that most parents don't know all that.

[–] vonxylofon 11 points 7 months ago (1 children)

As a parent, I thought I had an idea. Nope, still surprised. And I wanted the kid and have means to support them.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 7 months ago

Yeah, most parents-to-be don't, since it's simply inconceivable, really.

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