Hey there,
Childfree people gather in various ways to celebrate and commiserate the childfree experience. But being childfree is only one aspect of our lives. June marks Pride Month in North America. Until a few years ago, I was publicly closeted. Those closest to me knew I was Queer as I first came out in high school.
After discovering the childfree community online, I met other LGBTQ+ people eager to share their experiences. From them, I gained more insights into pronoun usage and its importance. I learned what “straight-passing” meant. I had questions like, “How does it work when you’re a bi-sexual woman married to a man?” That’s always been a hang-up for me, navigating relationships as a bi woman. And to be honest, I never felt comfortable enough to ask other people for advice about this until I began participating in childfree spaces.
People wonder why those without kids need to even talk about it or have groups or social media accounts about the lifestyle. Do we sit around hating on kids and bashing parents all day? No. We may initially connect on this one aspect of our lives we have in common, and from there, a door opens to greater self-discovery and mutually beneficial interactions with others.
LeNora Faye, co-founder of Childfree Media Ltd.
2023 Virtual Childfree Convention Speaker Spotlight
Streaming live on Saturday, July 29th and Sunday, July 30th, on Childfree Convention YouTube channel! (EDT schedule coming soon!)
We have 60 speakers lined up this year. Here are this week’s spotlights!
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Childfree Podcasts: latest episodes
Childfree Media Podcast
Panellists share surprising insights on how pronatalism impacts the LGBTQ+ community.
Jody Day inspired us to talk about this subject after we read a quote from her presentation at FertilityFest 2018: "Pronatalist privilege shares its systemic structure with all other forms of isms, including sexism and racism. It's a way of seeing the world from a privileged vantage point, elevated above others, and nearly always conferred without effort." It's not an easy conversation, it's certainly not black and white, so it's still food for thought.
Host Raphie offers inspiration for you to use your childfree voice.
Join us for this lively discussion about living childfree over the age of 60.
Childfree Wealth
In this episode, the Bri & Dr. Jay delve into the topic of Long Term Care (LTC), discussing when to start thinking about it, what to do about it, the different options available, and the cost of long term care. As people age, the likelihood of needing long term care increases. Long term care can refer to a range of services and support.
Claiming Zero Podcast
The Reddit topic today comes from r/AITA and it’s not even specific to being Childfree. Do you feel like you’re expected to babysit on a whim because you have “so much time”? Have you ever been left out of your family plans simply because you’re “other”? It’s another discussion about being the outcast and fighting back for yourself.
Over 40 and Childfree
This week on "Bitter Bitch Banter," prepare to be amused as Nicole unleashes her fury over doctors and their tardiness and lack of prompt communication.
The Overpopulation Podcast
If autonomy is a basic human right, why do many women have little or no choice when it comes to motherhood? Do women know they have a choice? Why roles do patriarchy, religion, and the free market play in institutionalizing marriage and motherhood, and what influence does that have on women's lives and identities? These are some of the questions we explore in this episode with Dr. Amrita Nandy, India-based feminist, research, writer and author of the book Motherhood and Choice: Uncommon Mothers, Childfree Women.
Spinsterhood Reimagined
In today's minisode, I'm sharing my thoughts on why there's nothing wrong with you just because you happen to be single. There is sometimes an assumption amongst partnered people, that if a person has been single for any length of time - particularly a woman of a 'certain age' - there must be 'something wrong' with her. I beg to differ...
We’re Not Kidding
In this episode, I sit down with the lovely Jess Ridder to talk all things childfree. We talk about losing our fathers at a young age and how this shaped our view of aging. Jess shares her excitement for what aging as a childfree person means and what opportunities might exist for communal living.
Celebrations in honor of International Childfree Day
International Childfree Day is August 1st. We’re highlighting events taking place in celebration!
Hosted by Dr. Angela L. Harris:
Let's Celebrate International Childfree Day Together!
As childfree Black Women, it is essential that we make time to gather - to relax, rejuvenate, and celebrate ourselves!
Come and hangout with #NoBibsBurpsBottles and indulge in delicious food, sip on mimosas, and connect with your Childfree Besties in a safe and supportive space. Celebrate your choice to live a childfree life and embrace the freedom and possibilities it brings!
The Chocolate & Childfree Sistah Circle Brunch will be a chance to build community and make connections with fellow childfree Black women. We will chill hard and laugh harder!
#NoBibsBurpsBottles will share intimate space and time with Childfree Sistahs in Charlotte, NC. Please don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking event! Don't wait - space is limited - so REGISTER TODAY!
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Did you know that there’s a global interactive map of childfree people? Head over to ChildfreeFamily.com and create your free profile to get on the map!
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My So-Called Selfish Life is a revolutionary journey through one of society’s greatest social taboos: choosing not to become a mother. With brisk, cheeky humor and engaging personal stories—woven together with pop culture, history, and politics–the film dismantles myths about motherhood and misconceptions about childfree people.
Closing Remarks
“What do you see as society’s assumptions of the LGBTQ+ community when it comes to having children?”
“Why is it important for the LGBTQ+ community to take their seat at the table in the childfree conversation?”
These are some of the questions asked to the panellists in this replay of the Childfree LGBTQ+ panel from the 2022 Virtual Childfree Convention.
As always, if you have content ideas or submissions for the newsletter, including Childfree Spotlight, or are interested in getting involved with Childfree Media, email us at ChildfreeMedia@gmail.com.