WE ARE CHILDFREE

SHORT STORIES

When we share our stories, we create space for others to do the same. Normalising the childfree choice is a crucial step in empowering all of us to live authentically. And that starts with your story.

“Surely kids were next.”

Rob, 38, UK

“It's not something I decided but something I've realised over the years.”

Sara, 51, Italy

“I keep waiting for ‘the day I'm going to regret this’.”

Patty, 67, USA

“This taste of that life made me question if it’s actually for me.”

Chloe, 35, UK

“I respect all these women in their choice, and I wish I could always feel that respect from others.”

Yara, 36, Canada

“The guilt of not being ‘normal’ was immense.”

Anne, 34, Netherlands

“It's hard enough just taking care of yourself half the time.”

Debra, 57, USA

“Our future seems so much brighter.”

Beth, 28, Spain

“I was very afraid of being bullied for such thoughts.”

Shima, 31, Japan

“I think my inner child would be thrilled.”

Anonymous