Why is it such a requirement for so many men to have a partner who wants kids?

Anonymous

I'm 27. I'm someone who doesn't want to have kids. I have no maternal feelings. It's just not the life I want. That being said, I do very much want a long term partner. I have a good job, I'm loyal. I'm a good partner. But I'm learning at my age there's SO many men who want kids or are on the fence. Which either ends the relationship or is going to leave me with someone I'm afraid is just going to leave me in 5 years when they decide they do actually want someone to have their babies.

I'm not saying wanting a family isn't valid. It is. I'm just struggling with the fact I may not find someone that wants ME as a person. And not just me as their future baby incubator. It's wearing me down.

Why is it such a requirement for so many men to have a partner who wants kids?
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