What were your reasons? Which reason had the maximum weightage?
When did you become sure that you wanted to become a Dad?
And what do you expect from your child?
What were your reasons? Which reason had the maximum weightage?
When did you become sure that you wanted to become a Dad?
And what do you expect from your child?
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Always knew I wanted kids, it’s pretty much the normal thing to do. Sometimes you just got to go with biology. I expect very little from my kids.
I didn’t know if I was ever 100% convinced, but I was excited (and nervous/terrified/unsure/etc).
I was 30 when my son was born, and I felt like we had waited as long as possible. I knew I wanted to be a dad, but I was scared of the change to my lifestyle.
Sure, I lost some sleep and missed out on some nights at the bar. But in your 30s, late nights out drinking are the exception, and I didn’t feel like I missed anything (although I was definitely tired for a while).
I wouldn’t say I expected anything from him. But I was excited to be the hockey coach, etc, like my dad was for me.
But my son isn’t athletic. He’s on the spectrum, and much more interested in video games than traditional sports.
My dad would never play video games with me. But I love to play games with my kid(s).
You might not get what you were planning for, but kids are awesome, and they bring so much joy to your life.
Wanted kids from the time I was 5. Got started at the ripe old age of 21. Still making kids 15 years later. I expect nothing of my children outside of following the rules of the house. Can’t imagine life without my children.