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Why do people have children? I mean REALLY, what is their (your) true motivation for having them?

I am not talking about why they might think they have them, but what the true underlying motives are.

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  • 10 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    The fear of death and the need to extend one's life.

  • 10 years ago

    Yeah, my boyfriend doesn't want children and I must admit, I can't argue with his reasoning.

    I guess I want children because I am sure they'll be wonderful, and I am not all that much of a benefit to society, but I bet my kids will be. Plus it'll make my family proud if I get married and make some babies, it's what grown-ups do.

    Of course, it's only natural, all things that live on earth do so to breed.

  • Deb R
    Lv 7
    10 years ago

    To have a family

  • Anonymous
    10 years ago

    well everyone one has there own reasons but all i know is Im 20 years old and i have two kids and i LOVE it! my kids bring me so much love and happieness to my heart, but i also get accasional headachs lol

    Source(s): mommy of two and married
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  • 10 years ago

    An innate drive to procreate.

  • 10 years ago

    im sure money that the government gives them just for popping them out could have something to do with it

  • 10 years ago

    Is it so unrealistic for someone to want to be a parent for the joy of parenthood itself?

  • 10 years ago

    I guess because they want to start a family.

  • 10 years ago

    They screwed without protection, and don't agree with abortion.

    That's what it comes down to.

  • Anonymous
    10 years ago

    sh!tty question.. but jokes on you, i got 2 points..

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