Question from Readers:
I’m surprised that Tsuji-chan is raising five children. In today’s world, there are various options for parenting, but if the ideal was to have all children attending public schools and enjoying life after high school like in the Showa era, I think more people would have three or more children. What do you all think?
Options in Parenting
and Families Like Tsuji-chan’s
Recently, I heard the news about Tsuji-chan raising five children, and I was both surprised and filled with warmth. She truly seems to love parenting, doesn’t she? As a father of one, I can feel my perspective on parenting changing day by day. Honestly, raising children is really tough. Especially for our generation, where balancing work and parenting is required, it seems that few people have the luxury to treat parenting as a hobby like in the past. When my child was small, I often felt exhausted and barely managed daily life. One day, when my child asked me, “Daddy, play with me more!” my heart ached. I wanted to play so much, but I was overwhelmed with work and house chores.
The Joys and Challenges of Parenting
Hearing Tsuji-chan say, “I want to raise babies,” makes her love for her children resonate. I still can’t forget the innocent smiles of my child when they were small or the moment they spoke their first words. When they said “Daddy, banana” while laughing, it was so cute that I couldn’t help but smile. However, at the same time, I feel anxious about how to raise them going forward. I certainly resonate with the idea that having three or more children is ideal. But realistically, due to economic factors and time constraints, it’s quite challenging. I don’t consider parenting as my hobby, so sometimes I think, “Maybe having another child is impossible.” After all, without the enjoyment of parenting like Tsuji-chan, raising five children wouldn’t be easy.
Future of Parenting
Moreover, the opinions about work are interesting. If children could start working from elementary school, it might ease the financial burden. However, considering how children grow, I also feel strongly about wanting to cherish their education and playtime. For me, spending time playing with my child is the greatest source of comfort. Ultimately, I believe parenting is based on the style and values of each family. I aspire to love and raise my children like Tsuji-chan does. What do you all think? If you have any interesting stories or useful advice about parenting, please share them in the comments!
