I would have laughed in your face a year ago if you told me I would become a father. From the moment I saw my parents cry because of me and my brothers, I was against having babies. To me, it seemed almost pointless to have children. Why would you put yourself through all that? We were basically Lil angels, into gaming, so we didn't cause too much trouble. Although we were good or at least okay kids, we made their lives that much more difficult. Once I realized and remembered that there are far worse children and far worse parents. Being a parent made no sense to me.
But, now I know
It's time for someone to create a free trial period for parenthood. My wife and I love our daughter dearly but damn. She just hit 2 month's and everything came. Everything from tummy cramps to gum pain. The morning that I'm writing this, she hit her record. We didn't sleep last night at all. But that would be survivable. The most draining thing about last night was the fact that she was in so much pain and for more than 8 hours. The worse part is that you can't do anything to help her when she is screaming in pain. That wasn't ordinary crying, she was running out of breath from screaming. My wife barely made it without breaking down. While I stud there unable to do anything to help them. The whole house didn't sleep. I bet the neighbors heard her too. I'm writing this on my third coffee. People told us that it's easier to be a younger parent because you have more energy and patience. Let me tell you something. Parenthood is hard no matter the age or character. But it's rewarding when she finally smiles and starts her baby talk. I don't know what to feel today. When she tries to talk in her baby talk with those big cute eyes, it's so mesmerizing. When she grabs your finger while feeding. It's an overload of cuteness.
All those who wish to have children should be warned. Look for a friend who is a parent. Maybe they can lend you their child for a while. Still, there is a possibility that you want kids. My wife babysat so many kids, she lost count. Despite all her experience, she wasn't prepared for this.
I love my daughter very much, but to see her suffer like that makes my heart hurt.
**In conclusion, **if you think that you are ready or even experienced, think again. It's a whole other game when you get yours. But it's worth it, defiantly something I don't regret.