My best friend of over 25 years has no kids.
We have a very close relationship, but she rarely ever asks after my kids. She is godmother to one of them too.
Even when they were small, she never once offered to babysit even though I have no family near. I was in hospital twice when they were toddlers and she didn't offer to help- though she does live an hour's drive away.
I really do care about her and she is having a rough time at the moment, so I spend a lot of time offering support- but don't get anything back.
Is this normal for friends who are childless- or is she really self-centred? I often find her behaviour very hurtful, but she thinks she is the most caring person ever- and she's be horrified if she knew I felt this, I'm sure.
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Friends without kids- your experiences?
girlnextdoor · 30/06/2008 19:37
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