2006-08-31 03:28:26 · 21 answers · asked by Billy F 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
The important thing is that you and the guy you are with are in a stable relationship for a year or so. You don't want to end up being a single parent family. It's a good idea to gt married first, because it shows a committment on the guys part and he can't just leave with no obligation. You want to make sure that if the two of you split even after marriage, that he will help support the child.
2006-08-31 03:46:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most people would say yes but I dont' think it is necessary. If you want a child but not a marrige then go for it. I have a child from a previous relationship and I meet this wonderful guy and he takes care of my son and now we have a daughter together. It is a wonderful thing no matter what. Just keep in mind that it is important for the child to have a mother and a father in there life and it is hard on a kid when they are back and forth between parents. So before you have a child make sure that you are on very good terms with your partner so the kid dosn't suffer. Good Luck on your decision
2006-09-03 08:45:32 · answer #2 · answered by babykins1025 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My personal belief is yes....but there is a huge difference between a 30 year old, educated, employed woman getting pregnant with her partner, then a 16 year old with her 17 year old boyfriend who barely needs to shave.
I think children benefit from a stable home, and in my opinion, marriage is part of that....not all marriages are good and stable though.
I think you should be married, with enough resources to care for the child and the maturity to be a parent.
I think children need two parents.....I know there are days when the sound of the garage door opening is wonderful....favorite sound...relief.....
Plus, I read this thing once that illustrates why kids need a mom and a dad......when learning to ride a bike, the dad says "You can do it! Mom yells "Be careful!" Kids need both.
Having children because "you want a baby" is selfish. you need to think about if you are in a good place to give the child the best life....it isn't about you!
2006-08-31 05:53:48 · answer #3 · answered by jm1970 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you love a child you bring into this world you will offer he/she the best start in life. The best start is with two loving committed parents through marriage. A man that loves you enough will marry you and offer that union to his unborn children. If a man is not willing or ready for marriage he isn't ready for the life long commitment of a baby. You should never settle and want this much for yourself and any children you bring into the world.
2006-08-31 07:51:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the womans situation. some women now a days dont want to wait around for mister right and want kids now. some women believe theyve found mister and want kids at that moment. marriages arent 100% fail proof, so being married before u have kids isnt a gurantee the marriage will last. having kids and that added responsibilty puts a strain on a already not solid marriages and then the kids are put thru a divorce or separation. marriages arent what they use to be and the reasons for getting married arent the same either!
2006-08-31 03:37:51 · answer #5 · answered by foxzie006 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
TWO RESPONSIBLE ADULTS CAN HAVE A CHILD AND BE A COMMITTED AND LOVING PARENT. ALWAYS THERE WHEN THEIR CHILD NEEDS THEM. THERE DOESN'T HAVE TO BE A MARRIAGE FOR A PARENT TO BE AROUNG HIS/HER KID AND PROVIDE THEIR CHILD WITH THE BEST IN LIFE OR MORAL, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT. TRUST ME I'VE SEEN IT HAPPEN. UNMARRIED PARENTS ARE JUST THE SAME AS MARRIED PARENTS, SO BASICALLY IT DOESN'T DEPEND ON BEING MARRIED TO BE A BETTER PARENT. IT ALL DEPENDS ON THE MORAL VALUES AND THE HEART OF THE PARENT. THERE ARE MARRIED PARENTS THAT DON'T EVEN KNOW THAT THEIR CHILD EXISTS.
2006-08-31 19:47:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily. Some people make fine parents but do not believe in marriage.
there are single mothers who are not white trash teens, can support a child financially and emotionally, and do not need a man to help them raise a child, just to help them conceive it.
1956 was 50 years ago
2006-08-31 05:05:05 · answer #7 · answered by jimbell 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, not everyone wants to get married, not everyone SHOULD get married, however marriage is not a prerequisite to having children. Marriage does not make one a good parent. Good parenting skills make one a good parent married or not.
2006-09-03 22:40:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Religion is the only reason that premarital sex and premarital pregnancy is wrong. If you're not religious then why care?
My husband and I waited until we were married to even have sex, but it was a personal choice, not a religious or mainstream choice.
2006-08-31 03:57:42 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
You don't need to be married to have a baby...but it does help if you are in a committed relationship
2006-08-31 04:32:02 · answer #10 · answered by mommy_2_liam 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋