'I Always Wanted A Minion To Do Housework': Wholesome Men Discuss the Transformative Moments That Made Them Want to Have Kids

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Jun 12, 2023 6:00 PM EDT

Grappling with the decision to have kids can be difficult. It can feel wrong to choose the childless path, but in reality, there are major challenges that come with having kids to consider. 

For a lot of people, having kids has always been a part of their plan. However, many people experience challenges that would make kids a source of great instability.

In this Reddit thread, a man describes how a once daunting decision became the best, most rewarding experience of his life. Other users jumped in to explain how kids are an important, automatic support system. It was clear Reddit users found the thread relatable to their experiences. 

With kids being a widely-recognized norm, the topic is rarely explored. Because of this sneak peek into how kids could influence someone's life, many users nominated the individual's story for several Reddit awards.

We highlight this story to represent the value of children and the idea that people are often unprepared for the weight of the commitment. Still, in the end, children can serve as a fountain of love and happiness. Therefore, we encourage people to remain open-minded as they continue to mature and consider the next step in their lives.

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    Font - Posted by u/Captain Red Rocket 22 hours ago Men who intentionally chose to have kids - what made you decide that you wanted them?
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    Font - Myself and partner have never wanted kids and made a decision together not to have them. We want to enjoy our time together and be able to travel without the financial and emotional burden of kids.
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    Font - I understand some people think the exact opposite. Just curious as to why that is.
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    Font - But actually being a dad was an epiphany. I adored my girlfriend and loved my brothers and sisters and parents. But absolutely nothing compared ever to how much I loved my son.
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    Font - I remember just standing there and thinking that no one in my life had ever been so excited to see me walk through a door that they uncontainably jumped up and down on the spot, not before.
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    Font - Happy-Marsupial-571. 15 hr. ago Have to completely agree with you. A part of me wanted to be a dad, but I wondered if the change in my life would make me miss the freedom to travel and wondered if the financial strain would be something I regret. There is nothing I can compare to the love I have for my daughter. No regrets. I'm incredibly grateful every day.
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