A child is not a pet. Please do not refer to a child as “it.”

Being a parent is an major commitment for the rest of your life. Many people think it is an 18 year commitment. That’s just the start. Many of your most important contributions as a parent will take place after your child is already a legal adult. The same is true for many of your most rewarding moments.

The decision to have a child should not be, “Will a child make me happier?” It should be, “Am I ready to put someone else’s needs before my wants for a significant portion of the rest of my life?”