Are you a parent? If so, are you a parent to one child or multiple children? Are you a stepparent?
In this poll, you have the option to select multiple answers. If you have both biological children and stepchildren, feel free to vote for both categories.
Parenting comes in many forms, and every journey looks a little different. Some of you may be raising toddlers and navigating the whirlwind of early childhood, while others may be guiding teens through the ups and downs of growing independence. And of course, many of you may already have adult children who are out carving their own paths.
Stepparents also play a uniquely important role, often balancing love, patience, and understanding as they build connections in blended families. No matter your circumstances, the stories and experiences you carry are valuable—and often, they resonate with others who may be walking a similar path.
As always, we encourage you to leave a comment and share more about your experience. Tell us about your kids—what makes parenting special for you? Are there specific challenges or wonderful moments you’d like to talk about?
We look forward to hearing your stories.
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I was blessed with three sons (’71, ’78, ’84) and, in ’88, remarried and got two fine young ladies (26 and 4) in the deal, so I’m both a biological and step dad.
Parent, step parent, grand parent, and as of day before yesterday, four time great grandparent.
How about pets? I’m a fur-parent to 9 beautiful Kidties.
One Boy, I figured out what caused it and fought her off after that.
Step parent to two, then blessed again with 2 more biologically, so I’m a parent, grand and great-grand and still in our 60’s!
Gravida 4 Para 2 w/2 second trimester spontaneous abortions (most mothers miscarry in the first trimester) Plus DD’s best friend calls me Mom, as her mother worked 3 pm to 12am spent a LOT of time with us. I was uneasy about her calling me Mom but Nelda was ok with it. Thru her I claim 5 great grandkids.
I am a three time parent of sorts! We raised a son and daughter to adults – lost both in their 30’s, however were blessed with a granddaughter which we basically also raised; she has now blessed us/now me/ with 4 greats – 2 boys and 2 girls – so parenting – at least part time – all over again. Life goes full circle….. At 89 I won’t make the next circle!
I am not a parent but we raised a nephew and I consider him the son I never had.
So you are a parent, Cookie, just not a biological one. Being a good parent is more important than being a biological one, I think, at least in many cases. In other words, there are a lot of biological parents who aren’t good parents. Have a great day. 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
Two fine sons, two wonderful daughters-in-law, four grandchildren. I am blessed.
We are happily childless.
Four in all from 44 to 30. I wanted 10, my wife informed she wasn’t a baby factory. So 4 became the limit.
Being childfree saves many thousands of dollars and, early on, lack of sleep. But most important is that you are not contributing to the overpopulation crisis which is behind climate change, traffic jams, food and water shortages, and much more.