"I Would Have Been A Terrible Mother": People In Their 40s, 50s, And Beyond Who Never Had Kids Are Sharing Whether Or Not They Regret It
Briefly

"For a while, it was money, security, environmental concerns, and overpopulation. But it was also simply a lack of genuine desire to be a parent. I've often wished we could live multiple lives to try everything, but in this life, I don't really want children."
"Parents should want their children. This is a whole other human being you're bringing into this world. They deserve to be wanted and loved and properly cared for."
"If you need to be a parent because that feels like your destiny and you are full of love, that's one thing, but if you have children to safeguard your future... now THAT is selfish."
"If you're following a life script in a daze, trying to check all the right boxes, that will not lead to happiness. Parenthood should come from the heart."
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