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“And what could my father possibly want with another child, when he hardly bothered to talk to the one he already had?” quote by Polly Shulman
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““And what could my father possibly want with another child, when he hardly bothered to talk to the one he already had?””

Polly Shulman

About This Quote

Source Short Story: The Mother’s Dilemma, 1999

A father neglects his existing child while seeking another.

In simple terms: He neglects his child.

Key Takeaway

Value existing relationships.

Themes

family neglect parenting

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

ethical social commentary

When to use this quote

  • family planning
  • parent‑child dynamics
  • counseling sessions

Key Concepts

psychology ethics relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can parents balance attention?
  • What drives the desire for more children?
A Different Perspective

Parents may feel pressured by societal expectations.

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