Reasons Why Men Fear Fatherhood

Monday, August 26, 2013, 19:29 [IST]

It is quite obvious that most men fear fatherhood. You will hardly see men hurdling together and cooing over a would-be-father like girls do with a would-be-mother. Men greet the news of fatherhood with much less enthusiasm than women. Although, we cannot speak for all men; most men have a problem when it comes to accepting the fact that they are going to have a baby.

The reasons why men fear fatherhood are also many. You cannot really blame them for it because it is in their very nature. Most often it is the responsibility involved with fatherhood that scares men. Here are some of the main reasons why men fear fatherhood.

End Of Freedom

Men hate being tied down. That is the reason they try to escape marriage too. But with fatherhood, they feel totally tied down and tamed.

Financial Responsibilities

Having a baby is a very expensive deal these days. And as the would-be-mother usually takes a break during pregnancy, its the new father who has to take most of the financial responsibilities. That too is scary for men.

No More Attention From Girls

Even as a married man, you can get some attention from young girls. But with a baby in your arms, you are totally off the list of eligible guys. That makes men fear fatherhood.

Growing Older

Having a baby means that you are entering a new phase life and obviously growing older. Men are always like overgrown children, so they fear the prospect of growing into a mature adult.

They Don't Experience It

Men don't experience pregnancy the way women do. For them, the baby is not a reality until it is born. That is why, the do not perceive fatherhood with as much intimacy as women do.

End Of Wild Ways

Could possibly abuse in front of your kids? Or could you turn up at home drunk after a boys night out once you are a father? Certainly not. So having a baby means the end of a wild lifestyle.