Reproduction is a Choice
I am a woman; that’s true, But that does not imply I should be a mother too. I want to stay as I am, Being a daughter, a sister, and a wife is already enough, Man! I don’t think I want the responsibility of a child And that should be okay with everyone ‘cause it is my life. Becoming a mother is a choice and not a compulsion So, if I choose not to, why does my decision face repression? Who said that if I don’t become a mother, my entire life is simply a waste? Do my mind and intellect hold absolutely no value and place? My existence is important not just because I can give birth, I equally run the society, and that is my real worth. I don’t want to be a mother, and I will say it aloud Because it is my and only my decision and I am very proud. I am already satisfied with my life, And I am aware that this choice is my reproductive right. Therefore, what I do with my body is my autonomous decision, And none of you can interfere ‘cause my right has legal sanction. Written by - Anushka Sriv