I'm a father and a husband but am still surprised at how many women want to be mothers.

For many, the monthly business is extremely painful and a misery in itself. You get used to coping with it, and I’ve never really heard a female say she doesn’t want kids because of the birthing process itself. It usually seems to stem from the realization of sacrifice and responsibility, and I think that’s becoming more and more common. There will always be the nurturers though who hear the music of the biological clock. I like to think that this new level of choice will eventually minimize the damage of mothers who never wanted to be mothers. That’s a nice a thought.

I think it's innate...A desire that's just a part of being a woman. Obviously there are exceptions, but even many of those change their minds later in life.

I'm confused. The pain and trauma was expected a few generations ago but you are asking why nowadays. What do you mean?

I would have to say the urge to be a nurturing mother and raise a child is above the pain

Are you referring to giving birth?

Apart from intervention if medically necessary or life threatening women have been made to cope with this and it's a pain soon forgotten when you hold that bundle of joy in your arms.

I dont mind kids, but I always take care of them. I have 2 that i am raising right now. I wouldn't be against more as I have the means but I am so done with changing diapers.

The real pain comes from raising them.

The biological imperative to procreate is strong.

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