Do you think being a parent is selfless or selfish? That is one of those questions that I can’t quite answer in a straightforward way. On one hand, it is incredibly giving to put the well being of another person above your own dreams and desires. On the other hand, people do not have kids because they’re morally upstanding. They have kids because their bodies are telling them to do so loudly and often, not to mention the social pressure involved. 

I’m not even sure that being selfless should be the ultimate goal for parents. Sure, there is always an element of selflessness in having a baby, but nobody should give up everything for their child. That might just be the recipe for resenting your offspring down the line if they don’t appreciate your sacrifice. If you think parents should strike a healthy balance, these parenting texts might be entertaining because of how unlike you they are.