15 Things That Are Better Than Worrying About Having a Boy

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Recently, while enjoying a sunny afternoon at the park with my twin boys, I overheard a woman at a nearby picnic table lamenting, “The last thing I want is to get pregnant with a boy.” It was shocking to hear such a statement so openly, especially given the struggles many women face with conceiving.

In that moment, I felt a tug of frustration. Did she understand how fortunate she was to even have the option to become a mother? Did she consider that, for many of us—including myself—having a child, regardless of gender, is a dream we hold dear? My boys are truly amazing, and I wouldn’t trade them for anything.

Sure, it’s common for parents to have preferences regarding their child’s gender, but to openly declare that a baby boy is undesirable? That’s a sentiment I struggle to comprehend. Boys bring so much joy and adventure into life! If only I could share some perspective with those who feel differently.

Here are 15 things I believe most women would prefer to avoid rather than the thought of “getting pregnant with a boy”:

1. Cuddling a box jellyfish.
2. Spending a night in a porta-potty at a taco festival.
3. Sharing Eskimo kisses with a star-nosed mole.
4. Mistaking a dead fly in cookie dough for a raisin.
5. Giving herself a hydrochloric acid enema—yikes!
6. Using a leech as a makeshift tampon.
7. Engaging in romantic activities with Beldar Conehead.
8. Having her eyeballs removed and consumed by a naked mole rat while witnessing the aftermath.
9. Making out with someone who can’t resist eating poop (yes, that’s a thing).
10. Getting pregnant with a girl…that’s actually a sea urchin. Good luck delivering that!
11. Kissing a cockroach.
12. Eating a cockroach.
13. Pooping out a cockroach.
14. Living the life of a cockroach and engaging in cockroach intimacy.
15. Contending with infertility issues.

Oh, and let’s not forget the bonus: provoking someone dealing with infertility. You might just find yourself on the receiving end of their protective instincts towards their beloved male children.

For those of you on the journey of parenthood, whether through natural means or considering options like artificial insemination, don’t miss out on valuable resources like the CDC’s information on pregnancy and home insemination. Additionally, if you’re looking for at-home insemination kits, check out Cryobaby’s affordable options for your needs. And for a deeper dive into this topic, explore our blog post on cervical insemination.

In summary, while preferences may differ, the joy of motherhood—regardless of gender—far outweighs trivial complaints about having a boy. Life is full of challenges, but let’s celebrate the wonderful journey of bringing new life into the world.