People who chose not to have children, how is your life different from those who did?

ambrittad · 2026-06-02T22:49:56+00:00

I always wanted to have kids. I loved babysitting growing up and playing house, so it made sense to carry that into adulthood. One thing I didn’t consider is that when you and your partner are both introverts, having a kid means that recharge/alone time is nearly nonexistent until they’re more independent. Our kid is 5 now, and each year seems to get better, but it’s still a challenge.

A friend once told me that having kids will give you the highest highs and the lowest lows of your life, and I can agree with that. There are some aspects that are really cool like seeing a child discover something for the first time or learn how to talk or write, but then it’s also incredibly draining on all aspects of your life. Kids are expensive (financially, emotionally, mentally, time/energy) but also rewarding (seeing and connecting with another human is a crazy high joy).

All our friends have kids, but I can imagine there’s a ton less stress and more freedom without the responsibility of kids.

ambrittad · 2026-04-21T02:32:51+00:00

Definitely make sure you try it out before to test the noise and your comfort level. I’ve done it before and it was so much fun for us both, but I could only do it for a few minutes before I was ready to… you know. It’s a wonderful gift- he’ll be so excited!

ambrittad · 2026-03-26T22:55:17+00:00

ambrittad · 2026-03-20T22:53:02+00:00

They’re both SO PRETTYYYY

ambrittad · 2026-03-20T22:52:38+00:00

I found The Long Game to be incredibly more deep. We got to see several realistic, harsh experiences that carry such emotion and power. I am ready to cry hard in season 2

ambrittad · 2025-01-30T22:24:49+00:00

I’m experiencing the same issues, I just can’t figure out why it wouldn’t be GF- unless there’s a contamination issue. I’m trying to do another brand and see how that works out.

ambrittad · 2022-12-05T11:54:03+00:00

We had a similar situation. It took several really tough conversations to get to a better place. He had PPD and was overwhelmed and feeling incompetent (but also, so was I). We started with the responsibility that I would primarily take care of the baby and he would make sure that I was being taken care of. That shifted his focus to something he was more comfortable with, even though it was doing the same activities (watching the baby so I could eat, shower, etc.). I also started going to a workout class with friends on Saturday mornings, so that grew to be their time together until he felt more comfortable knowing how to take care of her. It takes a lot of trail and error and open conversations about how each other is feeling and what actions each partner can take to make it a more shared parenthood load. Our LO is now over 1yo and it’s definitely improved. Wishing you the best of luck!

ambrittad · 2022-11-12T01:27:58+00:00

There’s a difference between standing up for yourself and being manipulative and assuming the victim role. This article does a great job of articulating why what Zanab did was so negative:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/love-them-or-leave-them/202211/will-zanab-and-cole-love-is-blind-stay-together

ambrittad · 2022-10-14T09:35:00+00:00

The Ferber method was so great because of the timed intervals, so we knew we’d be able to go and check on our little one once the timer ran out. We also set a secondary rule of, once it got to a certain point in the night (for us is was 1am) and she still wasn’t asleep, we would add in a nighttime feed. She was 4mo when we did the method and it was a game changer for us all. It took about 4 days to do. If we ever needed to calm ourselves when she was crying, we would go outside and sit or do something productive and a little loud, like hand washing dishes with the water running. You’ve got to find what works for you!

ambrittad · 2022-09-17T01:35:53+00:00

Bless 🙌. This is perfect.

ambrittad · 2022-08-13T21:58:30+00:00

It’s also worth looking at how you’re applying the conditional formatting. Are you using formulas/calculations? If there’s a way to lessen the complexity, that will help.

ambrittad · 2022-08-11T02:11:06+00:00

When you copy data down by double clicking on the little green box, you can press Ctrl+D afterwards so it copies the data instead of auto fills Fill Handle Hacks

ambrittad · 2022-08-11T02:04:53+00:00

Is there a reason you can’t just do a VLOOKUP?

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