What is one question you hate to be asked? Explain.
This is a question that, over the years, I have been asked so many times after my son was born. It seems to be assumed that once you have one, you have a hell of a lot more. Why? From when my now 16 year old was around two up until he was around eleven or twelve, I was asked when I was having another one. It was always an I’m not, I simply because I don’t want another.
My son has always been great, but I cannot understand why people feel the need to ask this question, ever! Firstly, what business is it of yours? Second, you wont necessarily know whether the fact someone has chosen to stop having kids (when people get annoying) or they can’t have any more for a whole range of reasons (which is insensitive at best). Thirdly, you don’t go asking men the same question, so why ask women-it’s a weird double standard that belongs in the past!
One response to “When are you having your next child?”
It’s frustrating how society still feels entitled to pry into personal matters, especially when it comes to family planning. The assumption that having one child means automatically wanting more is outdated and intrusive. Your experience highlights the insensitivity and double standards that persist around this topic. People often fail to consider the reasons behind someone’s choice, whether it’s personal preference or other circumstances. It’s high time we respect everyone’s decisions regarding their own lives and families without judgment or unnecessary questioning. Thanks for shedding light on this important issue.