I think people should do what feels right for them. I personally can’t care what society wants. Neither I nor my husband had kids because society expects it. There are ton of people who choose not to have kids. It’s thrur business

When I thought of looking for suitable partner for second marriage, I looked for a specific requirements: divorced or widowed with adult children out of the house (I have strict education and career requirements too but that isn’t the topic here). I was not willing to compromise. I wouldn’t date let alone marry someone with no kids or little kids (as I am done raising my kid and want freedom of enjoying my life/travel etc).

I see no reason to compromise. I’d be perfectly fine single if I didn’t find right person.

We are all different people. If this man is important you and you think you can live without kids, then problem is solved. Just do what feels right.