India, July 14 -- Becoming a parent is a deeply personal choice, and for many celebrities, it was not always part of the plan. From thriving careers to emotional uncertainty, some of Hollywood's biggest names, including Cameron Diaz, openly shared their initial reluctance toward having children and how that changed over time.

Diaz, before marrying musician Benji Madden, was content with a child-free life. According to a Too Fab report, the actor previously opened up about how being without children made things simpler. She admitted she was never drawn to motherhood and found fulfilment in her own path.

She said, "Not having a baby might really make things easier, but that doesn't make it an easy decision. I like protecting people, but I...