We got married because we love each other. the timing of our marriage was related to having a child but either way we would have gotten around to it eventually. We didn't feel any pressure to get married before having our son it was what we both wanted (if that makes sense)

Marriage didn't change things at first but over time I believe it has or maybe it is all the children as well that has changed our relationship. We are more in love now as you grow and mature your love grows too.

I think marriage is a big step but so is having children. I have a few unmarried friends who have children with their partners and no intention of ever getting married.. Some are very much in love with each other and others you wonder why they are even together..

But that is going off topic lol.