Something else to ponder ... Would it be irresponsible of me to have children?

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2. Dear Denninmi, I think you are very wise and honest to be asking this question.

The question will probably be answered by your life circumstances as time goes on. But the question itself is honorable.

I'm saying this as a 69 year old mother of a mid-thirties offspring dealing with bipolar. There is no way my child should be having children at this point, and possibly never. My child has a very interesting life with lots of friends and adventures, success in work, good income, but seemingly permanent instability of mental state, which will take a lot of focus and self-care to live with. Sometimes (not always) it's heartbreaking to me to think of never having grandchildren, but I have come to this conclusion.

As a man, you have lots of time to make this decision. You may find the path to the point where parenthood will be the right choice. The very fact that you are asking the question means that you will find the right path for yourself. All the best to you.