I've always wanted, notionally, to be a mother. And I was…
“I've always wanted, notionally, to be a mother. And I was certain I would be, because everyone I know, gay or straight, married or single, rich or not so much, who truly wants to have a child figures out a way, some way, to have one - whether through adoption, fostering, surrogacy, fertility, accident, or persistence.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Desire for parenthood transcends orientation and status; people find diverse paths to become parents.
In simple terms: People find many ways to become parents.
Explore all parenting options.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- adoption
- fostering
- surrogacy
- fertility treatments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles have you faced in your parenting journey?
- How can society better support diverse families?
Societal pressures may complicate choices.