There are a few facts that are basically indisputable: brunch trumps all other meals, Breaking Bad is one of the best shows in history, and women always want to become mothers. Wait, no, scratch that last one. People are increasingly coming around to the fact that women don't all fit into an "I've always wanted to be a mom" cookie-cutter mold. This is awesome, since women who don't want kids should have the freedom to pursue their life goals without skepticism. Unfortunately, some people haven't quite gotten the memo. If you're a woman who doesn't want to have babies, chances are you're tired of hearing the following statements.

1. "You'll change your mind!"

Most people who are set on raising children won't just up and decide they've changed their minds, so why would you? Even if the person saying this means well, it comes across like you're not mature enough to have a handle on what you want out of life.

2. "My friend Jenna always said she didn't want kids, and now she's a happy mom of six!"

That's very lovely for Jenna and her brood, but what exactly does that have to do with you?

3. "You'll never know love like being a mother."

Cool, a quick diss about the depth of every single relationship in your life, all in one fell swoop!

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4. "It's just a phase."

No, trying out cherry bombré hair is just a phase. Deciding not to have kids is a huge, life-altering choice. Calling it a phase implies that it's something you're going through, but will grow out of when you become a "real" adult.

5. "Your life doesn't really start until after you have children."

Does that mean if you never have them, your life just never starts? Because in your opinion, yours is already full of all sorts of exciting things. Does that officially make you a ghost?