Charlize Theron is so desperate to become a mother she's considering adoption.

The Monster star, who split from longtime boyfriend Stuart Townsend last year, reportedly broke up with Ryan Reynolds earlier this month.

However, despite her single status, Theron is eager to start a family.

She tells Germany's In Touch magazine, "I want a baby. If it would happen tomorrow I would be very happy."

And the actress admits she may even go down the adoption route to fulfill her desire, adding: "Why not? I'm open to everything in life."