(Some of the) Valid Reasons to Dislike Kids

And some valid ways to respond to those feelings.

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There are a lot of decent reasons for a person to dislike or feel uncomfortable around children. None of those reasons make a person a monster, an abuser, or a neglectful adult.

Yes, children are individual human beings. Yes, every child has a distinct personality, preferences, and…