#051 - Do Kids Ruin Your Life or Give It Meaning?

Kids change everything, your relationship, your priorities, and your sacred right to sleep past 6 AM. In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob tackle the highs, lows, and absolute chaos of being a dad.Ever wondered if there’s a perfect time to have kids? Spoiler: There isn’t. Rob, the seasoned dad who's been through the trenches, shares the raw, unfiltered realities of fatherhood. Meanwhile, Matty, who's chosen a kid-free life, fires off all the big questions every bloke secretly wonders about fatherhood, but rarely asks.They dive into the unwritten rules of dad-life, how things shift when your kids finally move out, and why parenting is hands-down the hardest, but most rewarding, job you'll ever sign up for.Whether you’re thinking about having kids, already knee-deep in nappies, or just here for some banter, strap in, this one's for you, mate.Help us help the blokes who need it: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-nowJoin the BA group (blokes only, sorry ladies): https://www.facebook.com/groups/280770292436702Find us on socials:https://www.instagram.com/betterblokeproject/https://www.facebook.com/thebetterblokeproject/https://www.tiktok.com/@betterblokeprojectStick to the juicy bits:[00:00:00] intro[00:01:12] Fatherhood highs and lows.[00:03:35] Choosing a child-free life.[00:09:45] Purpose beyond having children.[00:12:02] Parenthood and personal goals.[00:15:04] Parenting versus financial independence.[00:20:47] The choice to have children.[00:24:04] Freedom versus responsibility of parenting.[00:26:35] Children Shouldn't Save Relationships.