This “One and Done” Mom Explains Firm Decision to Have One Child

Jen Dalton is a mom of one who isn’t shy about her decision to not give her daughter siblings. She joins our episode titled “Undefining Family” to talk about stereotypes around only children and parents feeling pressure to have more kids.

 
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[RS-uzud]

People have no idea how good only kids have it unless you are one yourself. 😂Many often have a happy childhood, deep bond with their parents and grow into secure and resilient adults. We don't grow up wondering IF our parents love us, we KNOW they love us!😁

[loisahn]

I actually think parents shouldn't have another baby if they aren't financially prepared.

[veronicalawrence]

I understand her decision. I am a 50 year old woman and I had 1 child 31 years ago. I never thought about having multiples. She had a great life and I have no regrets.

[kstayblessed]

I would highly recommend remembering that everyone fall on hard times unless they are extremely rich, and having kids will only intensify the situation.

[bitokay]

Many people have kids for selfish reasons and never try to plan. You will never ready for the obstacles to raising a child but at least have finances in order . No kid deserves to be brought into this world poor or into a broken hand. Think it thru having one kid realistically is what many people should have done . I see mothers struggle thinking more is the best thing it’s not.

[sampajanna]

I had one child and my health is a wreck I can never have more. Now she is 5 and lonely leaving me guilty of if not providing a sibling. If I had known motherhood is soooo draining I would never have had one at first place. Becoming a mom is choice pls see not everyone has to have a child for completing their lives and making them happy. As people are lazy, active good bad and etc… society has to change its view on this and embrace childfree lives as equals to family with 10 kids.

[asialee]

I am also a only child for 22 years now and growing up being the only child was a blast bc I got everything that I asked for . My mom said I was a handful so I scared her into not having another one . I use to have a blast I was my own friend lol. I grew up with my boy cousins so they felt like brothers to me . But they also made me appreciate being the only child bc they will annoy the heck out me when they come over . Being the only child I didn’t have to wait for someone to get out the bathroom . I had peace and quite at night. I didn’t have to share my belongs. Now I have a son who is 6 months old in a few weeks. He is very active now and demanding so I think I am a One and Done parent bc he is a handful😂😂 plus a lot is going on in the world today and expenses

[PinkBlushGlamour]

I love this ♥️ I’m a huge fan of Jen. She brings awareness to families with only children. Her page is refreshing and honest. Our daughter is an only child and we love giving her all of our love and attention xo

[Sara-zuog]

Only children are actually more confident as adults.

[aliciapinkcotarot]

I’m only having one child I have older siblings that I don’t even talk too I felt like the only child growing up. My fiancé was an only child growing up and he loved it. Personally financially I think it’s best for us to have only one child I am also older and I already been through a miscarriage. I don’t want to be pregnant multiple times and it’s just the best choice for me. He wants two but financially it’s best for us to have just one child.

[LynneWilliams]

Growing up as an only child, I knew that I would never only have a single child. Whereas a good friend who is also an only child, would only chose to have one child. Each scenario is different and it's wonderful to make the choice and not be judged.

[ericalilith]

I’m one and done and sterilized so no oops baby for me. All of my resources go to daughter and I still get to enjoy my me time.

[ES-]

I’m the mother of an adult female child. My husband and I planned on having two children. Due to a very difficult pregnancy, preeclampsia, we opted to not risk another pregnancy. I’m very close with my daughter, she is my best friend. It’s been difficult for me when she’s moved out. It’s makes me feel sad, but I’ve always let her do her own thing and make her own decisions. She knows that if she needs to move back in due to financial circumstances, she can. She’s not attached or dating. She just moved into an apartment and for the first time she will not have any roommates. She’s excited about doing her own thing and decorating her new place.

[AishaLRobinson]

I’m absolutely 1 & done!! My daughter is gorgeous & close to genius level smart… I’m very scared to see what may come out next 😂😂😂 LMBO

[maryannpomeroy]

Love Jen & the OAD community! Wonderful interview!

[kstayblessed]

Just imagine you at the ER at 1am in the morning with two or more kids because they are sick. I mean people don't talk about the cons of having kids.

[triggered]

The clowns who shame single-child parents probably can’t even afford multiple kids.

[MelissaArnett]

This was a fantastic interview. Thanks Jen for your page and for opening up about your decision to be #oneanddone. Like you, this was a conscious choice for myself and family, and I am glad you are opening the doors for this new societal norm.

[clove]

Moral of the story is: MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS AND YOUR OWN HOMES!!! If the child is being raised in a heathy, stable environment, then leave them alone AND MIND YOUR OWN!!!!

[SKemple]

My money is proper for just 1 and done. My child has plenty of friends and cousins.