childfree
"I can do whatever the fuck I want and that’s priceless to me."
Parenthood isn't for everybody. But that's easier to say out loud if you're a guy.
“My ability to perform lifesaving surgery, my community, my family and all my other aspirations — seem to count for little when I answer ‘no’ to having kids.”
"They'll tell you having kids is the best thing they ever did after complaining about them nonstop and yelling at them all the time."
These common questions and comments may seem innocent, but can actually do a lot of harm.
"Answering the question feels awkward and deflating."
It isn't a reason to change my mind, but losing the experience of becoming a grandpa is a sorrow my dad is entitled to feel.
Not everyone wants to be a parent, and there are many benefits to making that decision.
No one wants their life choices patronised by someone who's ditched those very same choices, writes guest columnist, Robyn Wilder
Let’s end this subtle societal misogyny, kick our envy in the teeth and show support to our sisters who make the choice to be childfree