Even more difficult; the parent of one, as it takes a very dedicated and strong individual to hold children to the truth of the matter, instead of the illusion thereof.
Those who get caught up in the illusion, swiftly find that life will burn them in many ways, with many things they'd wish they wouldn't have allowed themselves to be exposed to (i.e. STDs, HIV, unplanned pregnancies to name a few).
Best regards.
Peace.