BBN MERCY EKE – I AM READY TO HAVE A CHILD NOW BUT I DON’T WANT MARRIAGE

I am ready to have a child now, and I’m not waiting for marriage. I know that might shock people, after all, society has this idea that a woman’s happiness and fulfillment are tied to a husband. But I’ve spent enough time living by other people’s rules. I’ve built a career, created a life I love, and now I want to experience motherhood on my own terms.

I have said it before, if I decide to have a baby, I’ll do what it takes. I have even joked about using a surrogate or a sperm donor if that’s what it comes down to. I want a child, and I want to give all my love and attention to that little person, without being tied to a marriage I may not even want. This isn’t about recklessness, it’s about choice, about taking control of my life.

People might ask, “But what about the father?” or “What about family structure?” I’ve thought about that too. I know I can provide love, stability, and happiness without following the traditional path. Happiness doesn’t always fit into the boxes society draws for us. I don’t need anyone else to validate my decision or make it feel right.

Yes, I might be unconventional. Yes, I might face criticism. But I’m ready for this journey. I’m ready to embrace the joys and challenges of motherhood on my terms. I’ve made peace with the idea that I can give love, care, and a home to a child without needing marriage. Because at the end of the day, life is too short to wait for someone else to complete you. Sometimes, being whole and following your own path is enough.