A question for girls.

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The answer could vary by person. Not all women want children, and many women who do want children do not want to have a lot of kids.

I did want to have a lot of children. The reason is because I love kids and felt that I would not be able to get enough. I came from a large family and so did both of my parents. I grew up with tons of cousins. Having kids is just what my family did. I only ended up with two kids though. I sometimes feel sad about that, but given my personal circumstances (now divorced) having more than I did would have been a very difficult thing.
 
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Most women don’t want large families. That isn’t the norm. According to Pew Research…

Half of Americans (48%) say two is the ideal number of children for a family to have, reflecting a decades-long preference for a smaller family over a larger one.

When Gallup asked why couples aren’t having more kids, most Americans (65%) in 2013, whether with or without children, cited the costs associated with raising a child. An additional 11% said it’s because of the state of the economy and the jobs situation. Just 6% cited personal choice, 3% cited lack of time and 3% cited career concerns.

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Maybe because we like children? Children are adorable and cute. But honestly I join you in wondering what the appeal is. Birthing and raising is painful and gross.

idk about me, I can't imagine having more than 4. I think I'll wait until I find the One and go through the whole birthing experience once before I decide I want another painful trip to the hospital and another 3 years of changing diapers.
 
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