Posted by Samuel on Tue 06th Jan, 2026 - tori.ng
According to her, the early months of marriage should be about getting to know your partner better, and bringing a child into the mix too soon could be overwhelming for a new union.
Nollywood actress Miriam Ogbonna has shared her views on marriage and family planning, stating that she believes having a child within the first year of marriage may not be wise.
According to her, the early months of marriage should be about getting to know your partner better, and bringing a child into the mix too soon could be overwhelming for a new union.
Her tweet sparked mixed reactions online.
Some agreed, noting that a child in the first year can dramatically change your life, while others felt it depends on individual circumstances, like cultural expectations or personal goals.
One married man added that unless couples have lived together for at least a year, it’s better to spend the first year focusing on each other before welcoming a child.