Nollywood actress, model, and media personality Nancy Isime has opened up about her views on having children, saying that loving kids does not automatically mean a person must become a parent.
Speaking on the Thanks For Coming podcast, she explained that while she has genuine affection for children, her understanding of that love does not necessarily translate into a desire to have her own.
According to her, being fond of children can also involve a thoughtful awareness of life’s realities, including the responsibilities and uncertainties that come with raising a child. She added that, for some people, choosing not to have children may come from a place of care and deep consideration rather than a lack of love.
The actress further noted that conversations around parenthood are often influenced by societal pressure and expectations. However, she emphasized that individuals should be allowed the freedom to decide for themselves whether or not they want to become parents.
She said …
“You know the craziest thing about loving children? I feel like if you really love children, you wouldn’t want to bring them into the world.
“Are you not suffering today? Have you not seen me today? Is earth not ghetto? Are you not going through a lot? Don’t you wish some days that you were not born?”