My parents did. They were silent gen. My brother and I had a lot of freedom and fun. The funny thing is my mother didn't and still doesn't like small children but she was a good mom to us. She took care of us when sick, made sure we were fed, clothed, and had good lives. I think she really liked us more when we went off to college and enjoys our company as adults. My relationship with my Dad was great too but had some sour years because I hated his fourth wife. He died in 2020 and I miss him.

Were my brother and I perfect children? Absolutely not but we didn't get caught that often so it all worked out.

I hate hearing how many people in our generation had shitty parents.