Seven years before Penny’s unexpected pregnancy, had already committed a similar narrative crime. In the series finale, after Sheldon’s lifelong dream of winning the Nobel Prize in Physics came true, fans were stunned to learn that Penny was pregnant. This twist came despite Penny’s earlier declaration that she wanted to remain child-free, creating a wave of backlash among fans.
Long before Penny’s pregnancy reveal, Bernadette and Howard faced a similar situation. In season 5, Bernadette expressed her desire not to have children, citing her dislike for them due to her past experiences and concerns about how pregnancy would affect her career. This stance mirrored Penny’s reasons for not wanting kids. Yet, by season 9, Bernadette’s pregnancy was announced without addressing her previous concerns.
Unlike Penny’s sudden and joyful acceptance of her pregnancy, Bernadette at least had a conversation with Howard, offering a compromise where he would stay at home to raise the child.
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