Oh, I can relate... Dating is tough when you're a hermit. ;

Depending on how long you've had RSD, you may have difficulty getting and/or staying pregnant. If you're on heavy meds, that will also be a factor during pregnancy. Depending on the severity of your RSD, are you capable of taking care of a child? These were also issues I considered over the years.

My son is away at college and can't really remember how I was like before RSD. It wasn't easy for him, that's for sure.

My pain is fairly well managed IF I rarely go out and am very careful with my activity level. That just doesn't work with a child in your home. You just need to be realistic what you're capable of and what's in a child's best interest. I've considered being a foster parent for a teenager... You might consider even volunteering as a Big Sister.