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// The thing I struggle most with is the fact that I am often looked down upon

Much more likely, parents (and anyone else) don't think about you nearly as much as you think they do. Probably don't think of you at all. And they probably look at their kids as something they love and makes their live much richer, not a "status symbol."

> Having children is an odd status symbol in Western society.

Funny, the exact opposite sentiment is mentioned in the article. I'm not sure who is right.

Yes, contrary to the article, the opposite is true (in my experience).

I'm a mom, what's your superpower?