"I wish I'd never had them": the pain of regretting kids

Having children is one of the most rewarding and meaningful things we can do. But what if you wish you'd never become a parent?

For mothers especially, the taboo of admitting they regret their children can be incredibly lonely. Many carry their grief, loss of identity and exhaustion in silence.

Yumi Stynes gets a rare window into the lives of people who love their children but admit that if they could go back in time, they'd make a different choice.

Featured in this episode:

Ella Reed, sociologist at Monash University researching maternal regret

This episode will answer questions like:

What does it feel like to regret having kids?

Why do some parents regret having children?

Where do you get help if you’re struggling as a parent?

How does regretting children impact a romantic relationship?

Why is maternal regret so taboo?

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