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Regretful Parents: “My Kid Is Ruining My Mental Health” | Reddit Stories

In this episode, Erika and Kristen read and react to a viral post from Reddit about a parent struggling with a chronically unhappy, clingy, sleep-hating four-year-old — and the toll it’s taking on her mental health.From colicky babies to nonstop whining, sleep deprivation, and the reality of parenting advice that doesn’t always help, this conversation dives into the messy truth behind “it gets better.” Along the way, the hosts share personal stories, debate nature vs. nurture, question whether some kids are just born grumpy, and wonder if one tiny old-soul child simply belongs on a bench in New York complaining about life.They also discuss:What chronic sleep deprivation does to parentsWhy some kids always seem happier The pressure to follow perfect parenting adviceWhy “just take them somewhere fun” isn’t always helpfulWhether kids actually enjoy things like trips to London or seeing Big Ben (apparently not 😅)The overstimulation nightmare of kid-heavy spacesAnd a wild intergenerational daycare idea spotted on TikTokIf you’ve ever wondered what happens when parenting isn’t magical — this episode is for you.If you enjoy the show and want to support it, check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dinkypodBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

Regretful Parents: “I've Been Scammed” | Reddit Stories

In this episode, Kristen and Erika dive into another brutally honest story from the Regretful Parents series — this time from a 39-year-old single mother by choice who spent thousands on fertility treatment… and now says she feels trapped, broke, constantly sick, and deeply regretful.If you’ve ever felt pressure from society, family, media, or your “biological clock” — this episode is for you.We’re talking about:The reality of being a single mom by choiceFertility treatment expectations vs. realityPostpartum depression & long-term mental health strugglesWhy parents say “it’s worth it” (even when it’s not)The myth of “you’ll have so much support”Constant illness after daycareWhy society pushes women toward marriage & motherhoodDisney, fairy tales, and lifelong conditioningMarriage propaganda & pronatalist cultureWhy antidepressants are often recommended to struggling parentsAnd the uncomfortable truth: what if you simply don’t enjoy parenting?Subscribe for MoreNew episodes weekly on:Regretful parents storiesChildfree lifeMarriage realitiesWomen opting out of traditional pathsFinancial & emotional freedom without kidsLike, comment, and share if this episode resonated with you.Learn more about Dinky: https://www.dinkypod.com Support the show on Patreon for bonus content: https://patreon.com/dinkypodBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

Regretful Parents: “My ADHD Wife Isn't Fun Anymore” | Reddit Stories

⚠️ Content Warning: Discussions of parental resentment, mental health crises, and implied threats of violence.In this episode, Erika and Kristen dive a viral Reddit post from an Australian father overwhelmed by parenting two ADHD children with an ADHD spouse. What starts as complaints about mess, noise, and burnout spirals into resentment, misogyny, and an alarming confession.As two hosts with ADHD, we unpack the realities of living with ADHD and why so many parents seem shocked by… having to parent??? Along the way, we discuss weaponized incompetence, emotional labor, mental health stigma, ADHD medication debates, and why therapy is not optional when resentment turns dangerous.Learn more about Dinky: https://www.dinkypod.com Support the show on Patreon for bonus content: https://patreon.com/dinkypodAnd until next time…Don’t get pregnant. 😌Timestamps00:00 – Welcome to the Regretful Parents series00:17 – “Parenting with ADHD is pretty rough” (yeah… we noticed)01:06 – ADHD, pregnancy, resentment & mood swings02:20 – Corporate burnout, part-time work, full-time expectations03:23 – Gentle parenting, authority, and medicating ADHD kids04:19 – “If I’d known, I would’ve run the other way”05:03 – Losing respect for a spouse & blaming medical misogyny06:40 – “I don’t like my kids” (🚩🚩🚩)07:36 – Messy houses, unrealistic expectations & parenting delusion08:14 – “Why can’t they just be normal?”09:11 – Health decline, resentment, and isolation09:53 – The sentence that made everything terrifying10:31 – Therapy is not optional11:26 – Reddit comments that actually offer solutions12:32 – ADHD discipline, structure & realistic expectations14:20 – Autonomy, accountability & parenting resentment15:24 – ADHD, ODD, and opting out of parenthood16:02 – Final thoughts: the kids didn’t ask to be hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

What Is Project 2026? The New Right-Wing Blueprint For America

Want more exclusive content from Dinky? Join the Patreon! Today, we’re talking about Project 2026. Two years ago, we covered everything you needed to know about Project 2025, the dystopian right-wing plan from the Heritage Foundation that was largely considered the blueprint for the Trump administration’s first year back in office. But the Heritage Foundation didn’t stop there — no, their nightmare for America knows no bounds. So today, we’re unpacking everything you need to know about Project 2026, their new plans for chaos and destruction. SOURCES:Project 2025 architects lay out 2026 policy visionHow much of Project 2025 has actually been accomplished this year?TRIPS:Artsy Adventure In Vietnam With ErikaLavender Dreams & Riviera Nights With ErikaGET MORE FROM DINKY:Treat yourself to new merch! Wanna get your finances in order? Use our link to sign up for a FREE 34 day trial of YNAB (You Need A Budget) and support the show. Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Substack, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads at @dinkypod. Follow us on YouTube.If you have a question or comment, email us at dinky@dinkypod.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

Regretful Parents: “My Life Was Taken From Me” | Reddit Stories

⚠️Content Warning: This episode discusses disability, regret, resentment, and medical trauma. Listener discretion advised.In this episode, Kristen and Erika dive into a post titled “I dislike my disabled child and I am ashamed.”Pulled straight from Facebook — where it racked up over 5,000 likes — this anonymous post opens up an uncomfortable conversation about parenthood, disability, genetic testing, medical gaslighting, caregiver burnout, and the realities no one prepares parents for.We react in real time to a mother describing life after learning her child will be profoundly disabled, require 24/7 lifelong care, and never be independent. From missed genetic diagnoses and a lawsuit, to rage, grief, resentment, and shame — this episode tackles the things parents aren’t allowed to say out loud.We also unpack:Medical gaslighting of women by doctorsSociety’s obsession with “perfect motherhood”How people are brutally cruel to regretful parents onlineThe myth that “everything will work out” If you’re childfree, on the fence, or questioning the fantasy version of parenthood society sells us, this episode is for you.More episodes, tours, and unfiltered chaos: DinkyPod.comJoin our childfree community: patreon.com/dinkypodTake a trip with us: https://trovatrip.com/host/profiles/dinky-wxarg Learn more about our podcast: dinkypod.com Love ya. Don’t get pregnant.💬 Join the conversation:Do you think parents are allowed to talk honestly about regret? Where is the line between truth and taboo?Keywords / SEO Tags:regretful parents, disabled child, caregiver burnout, medical gaslighting, regretful motherhood, childfree podcast, parenting regret, genetic testing failure, NIPT test lawsuit, disability and parenting, Facebook confession, honest parenting podcast, anti natalism, childfree by choice, Dinky PodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.