Your comment, though well-intentioned, reflects a deeply entrenched belief system that subtly reinforces the very societal expectations I’ve worked to unlearn. The assumption that women should have children simply because they can, or that our fulfillment is inherently tied to motherhood, is a narrative that has been imposed on us for centuries.

The idea that I might someday regret not having children because "that’s how we are made as humans" dismisses the complex and valid reasons why many women, myself included, choose not to pursue motherhood. It’s not about waiting for AI or future technologies to make life easier—it’s about recognizing that fulfillment, purpose, and joy are not universal experiences dictated by parenthood.

The suggestion that women should return to "birthing business" as if it’s an obligatory phase we must complete before moving on to other life goals is reductive. It frames motherhood as a task to check off rather than a deeply personal choice, one that doesn’t align with everyone’s path.

My stance isn’t about the inability to bear children, but about the conscious decision not to—rooted in my values, beliefs, and a critical understanding of the world. To suggest that I might change my mind as you have implies that my decision is somehow less considered, less valid, or less final than yours. This perspective is not just misguided; it’s patronizing.

The joy of seeing your own child is indeed priceless for many, but it is not a universal truth that applies to all. The richness of life extends beyond the traditional roles we’ve been assigned, and it’s time we stop measuring a woman’s worth or happiness by her willingness or ability to conform to those roles.