Are you happy being a parent? The survey says...

If you’re busy reading parenting blogs, then you’re probably at least a little bit interested in the subject of parenting, and it probably means you like being a parent at least a little bit, right? On a scale from 1 to 10, can you rate it? It might be hard to specify exactly how much you enjoy being a parent, but you know you’re happy doing it. Right? Well, a study blogged about over at ParentDish reports that parents are actually less happy than couples who have no kids. They’re saying parents aren’t necessarily unhappy, but that maybe they were a little happier before—when they got more sleep or had freedom in their schedules. So what do you think? Are you happy being a parent? Were you even just a teensy bit happier before such major responsibility? Write us here.

Comments

[Britax Marathon Sale]

If you ask me about being a parent in general - I would give it a 10 because I am really happy that I have kids.

However, on a day-to-day basis, you might find that I am less happy than when I was single because there are lots of frustrating moments, I am much more busy and tired, and have almost no time for myself. I am still really happy that I am a parent and would not change that if given the chance.

[Christine]

It took me so many years and 2 failed pregnancies before the 3rd time was the charm so I can't imagine giving it anything less than a 10. I'm happier than I've ever been in my life. The trick is to relax, enjoy, and not let the little things upset me. My life has changed for the better and I do not miss my life before my daughter!

[Michelle]

I am happy being a parent...it's the most wonderful, tiresome and frustrating experience a person can have. I believe being a parent makes us well rounded-mentally and physically :)

[Baby Nursery Decoration]

I think I'm more joyful now that I'm a parent. There is an increase in accountability and being ultimately responsible for this precious litte human being, however the joys outweigh the challenges.