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Dominyka Proškėnaitė

“Because I Was Born Male”: 36 Cases Where Parents Dislike Or Actually Hate Their Kids

Not every parent glows when talking about their kids. Some feel guilt, regret, even resentment but they rarely say it aloud. And while society tells them to cherish every moment, not everyone finds joy in sleepless nights, tantrums, or the constant demands of raising a child.

In this brutally honest roundup, parents share the moments and reasons they realized they didn’t actually enjoy being a parent. From losing their identity to dealing with entitled children, these posts pull no punches. It's the side of parenting most are afraid to admit, but everyone should probably hear.

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