The article discusses the common refrain that new parents hear, advising them to cherish every moment of their child's infancy, often leading to guilt. TikTok creator Annie, a seasoned parent, challenges this notion. She highlights that while she enjoyed every stage of her child's life, she does not miss the less pleasant aspects of early parenting, such as dirty diapers and sleepless nights. Annie reassures parents that it's perfectly fine not to enjoy every part of parenting, emphasizing that acknowledging this does not equate to being a bad parent.
It's OK not to like everything about parenting, as experiencing the less enjoyable parts does not diminish the love you have for your child.
I've enjoyed her entire life, but I don't look back and think 'Oh, I wish I would have enjoyed that part more! It's OK to not like it.'
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