Never, never, never, never

The protagonist has been dating Philip for eight years, and until now they have always agreed not to have children. However, it seems that Philip may be longing to be a father after all. The mother more and more often mentions grandchildren and knits children's clothes in the hope that one day she will live to see them. And when her best friend gives birth to a baby, everything changes. But can only those who have a child be a family? Why is every woman expected to want to be a mother? And why do many people have trouble accepting other life choices?