I simply got pregnant - and again five years later. Neither child was planned. Circumstances were difficult. But I would never do it different if given the opportunity again.

It can work the other way too.

I have known women and couples for instance who chose to have a child only for it to be a dreadful experience. Simply put, it was not the experience they looked forward to or thought it would be like. Oh these couples love their children greatly but some of them do have regrets.

If wanting or planning one needs to really consider all aspects including te fact that not every day will be a good one and the incredible cost having a child incurs.

I have also seen women have a baby not because they want one but because they feel it is expected of them or otherwise feel pressured into doing so.

There is more then than simply having the urge for a child to think about.