All of these issues are crystallized in one single scene from the Chicago Fire season

12 finale, “Never Say Goodbye.” As Kidd checks a text message of Baby Julia from Sylvie,

who breaks Firehouse 51 tradition by now going by Sylvie Casey, Severide brings up

having kids. He acknowledges that it will be a much bigger sacrifice for his wife, but it only comes after Kidd’s lack of enthusiasm over the matter. The way he broaches the subject highlights just how inconsiderate he can be towards Kidd. Given their histories, Severide should have known better than to bring something like that randomly. Sadly, being inconsiderate has become a pattern for Severide. Similar to when he supposedly got caught up with his OFI camp, which I think is an outrageously absurd excuse, he continues to prioritize his wants over her well-being. Love can be shown in many ways, but being considerate is perhaps the easiest way to do it. All you have to do is be sensitive as to how your actions, decisions, and words will affect your loved ones.

Having children, especially given Kidd’s history and current situation, isn’t something that is discussed casually. Severide should have done it with intention. Sadly, being inconsiderate has become a pattern for Severide. Similar to when he supposedly got caught up with his OFI camp, which I think is an outrageously absurd excuse, he continues to prioritize his wants over her well-being. Honestly, I can’t blame Kidd for not being more excited about the prospect of having kids. Getting pregnant will sideline her from doing calls and delay any plans he has for her other endeavors like Girls On Fire. Beyond that, however, I, too, will also be very cautious about having children with a man who has ghosted me. Granted that Kidd had also done something similar in the past, but that was before they were married. It’s more serious when Severide can do that despite knowing that they are legally bound together.