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One of the most glaring issues is the tendency of some mothers to broadcast their grievances and dark feelings about motherhood online. A prominent example is a TikTok video from a woman openly lamenting her decision to become a mother. She recounts her lifelong dream of having a daughter named Harley and how she fulfilled that dream, only to realize that motherhood is far from the idyllic life she envisioned.
She emphasizes how motherhood has drained her energy, altered her relationships, and made her feel unrecognizable to herself. Importantly, she states she doesn't regret having her daughter but regrets having "made it her dream" and then faced harsh reality. She describes motherhood as "the most draining experience of your life," highlighting the emotional and physical toll it takes.