No kids, better marriage?

Kids aren't for everyone. And according to Ellen L. Walker, author of "Complete Without Kids: An Insider's Guide to Childfree Living by Choice or by Chance," life sans baby may be better for you than you think.

Huffington Post recent had a chat with the author and here's an except of what she had to say:

What are some of the key reasons some couples choose not to have kids?

Walker: Many couples say they enjoy their time together so much they aren't willing to do anything that might jeopardize their relationship. They feel complete and don't see the need to have a child to round out their family unit.

Half of all marriages end in divorce, and growing apart due to not having time for one another is one contributor. Bring a child into the family and all kinds of changes occur -- a couple will have less time and energy for sex, less leisure time together, less discretionary income and more day-to-day responsibilities. These changes can all put stress on a relationship, even one that's solid.

READERS: Think Ellen is right?  Or does having children bind your marriage more?

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