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Why childless friends make you question your parenting choices

My friends without kids seem so free and interesting and I wonder if I made the wrong choice giving up everything for motherhood.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Comparison with those who chose different paths can trigger profound doubt about whether the sacrifices of parenthood were worth it.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Parenting and identity — who are you beyond parent??”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.