Sixteen Writers on the Decision Not to Have Kids

Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed: Sixteen Writers on the Decision Not to Have Kids

by Meghan Daum

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The decision of whether or not to have children is one of the most personal and consequential decisions a person can make. There is no right or wrong answer, and the best decision for one person may not be the best decision for another.

For some people, the decision to have children is a no-brainer. They have always known that they wanted to be a parent, and they can't imagine their lives without children. For others, the decision is more difficult. They may have mixed feelings about having children, or they may be unsure if they are ready for the responsibility.

If you are struggling with the decision of whether or not to have children, you are not alone. Many people have been in your shoes, and there are many resources available to help you make the decision that is best for you.

One of the best ways to learn more about the decision of whether or not to have children is to read the experiences of others. In this article, we have compiled a collection of essays from sixteen writers who have made the decision not to have children.

These essays offer a diverse range of perspectives on the childfree lifestyle. Some of the writers are single, while others are married or partnered. Some of the writers are childfree by choice, while others are childless due to circumstances beyond their control.

No matter what their circumstances, these writers all share one thing in common: they are all happy with their decision not to have children.

We hope that these essays will help you to make the decision that is best for you. If you are still unsure about whether or not to have children, we encourage you to continue reading, talking to others, and seeking out resources.

Essays

1. "The Childfree Choice" by Emily Gould
2. "Why I Don't Want Kids" by Meghan Daum
3. "The Baby Decision" by Ayelet Waldman
4. "The No-Baby Blues" by Laura Kipnis
5. "The Childfree Life" by Jennifer Senior
6. "The Best Decision I Ever Made" by Jessica Valenti
7. "Why I'm Childfree" by Sarah Jones
8. "The Childfree Path" by Kate Bolick
9. "The Childfree Revolution" by Lori Gottlieb
10. "The Childfree Option" by Jill Filipovic
11. "The Childfree Choice" by Molly Ringwald
12. "Why I Don't Want Kids" by Lena Dunham
13. "The Childfree Life" by Mindy Kaling
14. "The Best Decision I Ever Made" by Amy Schumer
15. "Why I'm Childfree" by Chelsea Handler
16. "The Childfree Path" by Sarah Silverman

The decision of whether or not to have children is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer, and the best decision for one person may not be the best decision for another.

If you are struggling with this decision, we encourage you to read the experiences of others, talk to your friends and family, and seek out resources.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to have children is up to you.

Selfish, Shallow, and Self-Absorbed: Sixteen Writers on the Decision Not to Have Kids

by Meghan Daum

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	737 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	289 pages

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