Man Abandons Son, Now Wants Him Back 🤯 Wife Can't Have Kids (2024)

FAQs

When one partner wants a child and the other doesn't? ›

Yes, a relationship can survive if one partner wants kids and the other does not. However, it requires open and honest communication, empathy, and understanding from both partners. Discussing why each partner wants or doesn't want kids and exploring potential compromises or alternatives is essential.

Essentially both individuals in a partnership must agree before acting on the desire to have more children. This is similar to the “golden mean,” which asserts that if partners disagree, nothing happens; whoever does not want the situation to change decides the outcome.

Be open, honest, and direct with her about your decision. Let her know if this is final for you or if you are open to having future discussions about it. Know that if your wife truly wants more children, having more than one discussion will probably be necessary.

The most important thing you can do is let your partner know how much this means to you. You don't have to do this in a way that guilts him into having another child but simply mention it. Perhaps if he knew how much this meant to you, he would be more willing to try for another baby.

If a man tells you that he doesn't want kids, what are the chances of him changing his mind later on in life and wanting them with you? If he is 18, chances are 25% that he'll change his mind. If he's 25, chances are 20%. If he's over 30, there's about a 2% chance that he'll change his mind.

Even if your partner does not want kids (or you don't), it doesn't mean that you should necessarily end your relationship. Instances where you may want to keep going include: If one or both of you are unsure, but not resolute in your decision to have kids one way or another.

Bar chart showing what the ideal number of children Americans think a family should have from a Gallup poll conducted in June and July, 2023. The plurality, 44% say the ideal number is two children, 29% say it is three, 12% say four, 3% saying one and 2% each saying zero, five, or six or more.

Research says most are satisfied with one, two or three. Research suggests that there's no discernable difference in how people rated family scenarios with one, two or three children. Picture your ideal family.

Three kids is not the same as five kids, or eight kids, or *gasp* ten kids. Since having five or more kids is generally the cutoff point for being considered a “large” family, here are all the ways your parenting will change once you hit that pivotal plus-five milestone.

Although the initial announcement may feel like a shock, give them some time to talk through it and see if you can understand where they're coming from. "Having a clear understanding of why your partner no longer wants kids will help you have more clarity as you make decisions for your future," explains Dr. Cebert.

How can I get my wife to have more? ›

Be Honest. No matter what, be transparent and honest—and don't hide how you really feel in the hopes of protecting your significant other. "If you're on opposite ends of the spectrum, the implications could potentially end the relationship," Bash says.

Be honest and tell your partner why you want to have kids. Use the notes that you made to help you explain point-by-point why having children is important to you and why you want to do it now. State your case in a calm, clear voice and be as detailed as possible about your reasons.

Here are some potential reasons why one partner doesn't want a baby when the other does. Fear of Responsibility: The ambivalent partner may be questioning their ability to remain in the relationship or parent a child. A baby makes things real for people in a way that can be very overwhelming, Galvin notes.

Practical steps to help with an unplanned pregnancy

"If you are struggling with the decision of whether or not to terminate a pregnancy, I seriously suggest that you and your partner have counselling. An unbiased third party can really help you both work out your feelings and express them better.

Putting your children second might seem counterintuitive, but science says your marriage should come first.

Openness, honesty and accountability for one's decision are critical in negotiating a way forward. If you find that discussions surrounding children are becoming contentious or you are having difficulty reaching a decision, seeking help from a relationship counsellor may be beneficial.

It's an age-old question: why would a man want a baby but not marriage? The answer is complicated and can vary from case to case, but often it boils down to wanting a child without giving up personal, emotional, and romantic freedom.