I hate my children and I regret becoming a mother… everything my 4 year old daughter does irritates me, I’m desperate to put her up for adoption

A WOMAN has revealed she hates being a mother and regrets having children.

Not only that, but the mother explained that her four-year-old son not only irritates her, but she is also eager to put him up for adoption.

Posting on Reddit, in a parent forumthe anonymous woman, who wrote under the username ‘ImaginationMother689’, opened up about her situation.

Not only did she state, “I hate being a mother,” but she also wrote, “I have two kids, four and one.

“I hate my children. I regret becoming a mother.”

The mother added candidly: “My family brings no joy to my life.”

She then explained: “Everything my four-year-old does or says irritates me to no end.

“I want to put her up for adoption.”

The social media user acknowledged that many other people will feel the same way she did, and she wishes more people would speak out about those feelings.

She concluded: “I know there are many people who regret having children.

“I wish this was more widely talked about.”

Reddit users rushed to the comments to share messages of love and support for the ‘exhausted’ mother.

At the same time, many were worried about the woman and advised her to “see a doctor” and “seek help”.

One person said: “I sincerely hope you are getting help. Being exhausted is normal.

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“Feeling resentful about parenthood is normal. Needing a break is normal.

“Hating your children is not normal. Hating your child and resenting parenthood to the point of considering adoption (especially so many years later) is not normal.”

You should see a doctor and take time for yourself

Reddit user

Another added: “Wow that looks awful. I’m sorry you’re so unhappy. I don’t know how many people regret their children, but I’m sure it happens, especially with people who weren’t ready to have children when they had them or who don’t have supportive partners.”

A third commented: “I’m sorry to hear you’re having a hard time.

“Fatherhood can be incredibly challenging and your feelings are valid.

“It may be beneficial to seek professional support in navigating these emotions and finding ways to deal with them.”

Meanwhile, another person advised: “You should see a doctor and take time for yourself.”

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