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It's Okay Not to Want Kids
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We tackle a topic that's often judged or ignored in women's circles: it's okay to not want to be a mom. Society places enormous pressure on women to have children, but nearly half of childless adults in America say they never want kids – and that number is growing.
• Jess's sister knew early on that motherhood wasn't for her, though she's a loving aunt and nurturing in other ways
• Steph shares her personal experience of never wanting children, even from a young age
• Recent Pew Research shows 47% of childless adults don't expect to have children, up 10% since 2018
• We explore how women often judge other women for choosing not to have children
• Many women nurture through other means - mentoring, creativity, supporting community
• Discussion of the tension between those struggling with infertility and those choosing to remain childless
• Support for women navigating pregnancy decisions through resource centers and church ministries
• Recognition that everyone's journey is different and deserves respect
Whether you're a mom, an auntie, a teacher, a friend, or simply you – your identity is not limited to motherhood.
Chapters
1. Welcome to the Jesus Fix It Podcast (00:00:00)
2. It's Okay to Not Want Kids (00:00:32)
3. Research on Childless by Choice (00:04:40)
4. Nurturing in Different Ways (00:15:07)
5. Supporting Pregnancy Decisions (00:19:24)
6. Jesus Fix It Prayer and Closing (00:22:13)
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