Best Childfree Women. Childfree Woman Podcasts (2024)

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105: Unleashing Your Inner Rebel 28:40

5h ago28:40

28:40

It's hard to fit in when you are in the minority. Childless women over 40 make up roughly 20% of the population (depending on what country you live in). Sometimes I wonder how many of them are living in the larger cities because it sure feels like everyone around me in my little town are parents. But what if we embraced this unchosen nonconformity?…

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30. A Massive Turn-Off in Dating & Relationships - The Comparison Trap 14:14

4d ago14:14

14:14

Hey, Bestie! Today, I want to discuss the ONE thing that can be determinantal in dating (or relationships)...comparison. In this episode, I'll share a dirty little phrase that is a MAJOR turn -off and could be a block or even ending of a potential or current relationship. ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love, Downlo…

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104: What If NOT Having Children Was the Norm in Society? 19:22

5d ago19:22

19:22

In our current society, women without kids make up anywhere between 15 and 25% of the adult female population, depending on the country. Recently, I started to wonder what life would look like - what grief would look like - if that were reversed. If mothers were in the minority, would childless women feel so much FOMO, inadequacy or lack of belongi…

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103: What To Do When Your People Just Don't Get It 39:33

12d ago39:33

39:33

Have you ever come away from a conversation thinking "gosh, "people just don't get it"? Either they say something insensitive or simply can't empathize with your childless circumstances. It's definitely happened to me. Even recently. But the mistake I see in the childless space is the assumption that there is nothing you can do about it. You just h…

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Seeking Happiness Beyond Motherhood 14:13

17d ago14:13

14:13

This week we are tapping into the concept of welcoming in happiness as you are navigating life after infertility and a new norm without the children you thought you were supposed to have. Discover practical tips and heartfelt insights on finding joy, embracing gratitude, and celebrating the beauty in everyday moments. In today's episode, I expand o…

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102: Navigating Anger as a Childless Woman 29:38

21d ago29:38

29:38

Anger is an emotion that comes up a lot with my childless clients who wanted kids. Anger can be a really complicated emotion because it's not only an emotion in and of itself, but it can also disguise other emotions. What makes it even tougher to manage is that most little girls are taught not to express the tough emotions. Anger is something boys …

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Navigating Happiness After Infertility 12:28

23d ago12:28

12:28

As we usher in a new month, I welcome you to pause and reflect on your path. What are you choosing to focus on this month? Remember, there are no boundaries to the richness your life can attain, even when the dream of motherhood didn’t happen for you. But before we dive into the core of today's discussion on happiness, remember to get your tickets …

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29. Am I Still Childfree (Miscarriage and Answering Your Questions) 38:27

25d ago38:27

38:27

Hey, bestie! I'm back - this episode is a bit of a life update about my recent miscarriage. Today, I'll share a bit about unintentionally getting pregnant, my chemical pregnancy, whether or not I'm still childfree, and what I'm learning as a woman. ILYSM. Here are the links to the story on IG: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 ---- G…

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101: How Childless Women Will Change the World 28:32

1M ago28:32

28:32

As I embark on the next 100 episodes on the Awakening Worth Podcast, I spend this session reflecting on the deeper reason I keep hitting record and why you should keep hitting the play button. I've come to realize that so many of us are stuck in this pronatalist ideology and it's impacting, well...really, all of humanity. It's us, the childless wom…

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Expectations of an Infertile Body 13:58

1M ago13:58

13:58

This week we wrap up our discussion on body image, particularly for those navigating life post-fertility treatments. As you reflect on your own journey, consider this: What beliefs do you hold about your body? I share personal insights and encourage you to redefine your body image positively. But before we dive in, I reflect on a heartwarming weeke…

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Showing Your Body Love After Infertility 11:01

1M ago11:01

11:01

Introduction: Welcome to The "So Now What?" Podcast, where we embark on a journey of self-discovery and self-love after infertility. Today, we're diving into the power that comes with embracing our bodies and fostering a positive body image amidst the challenges we've faced. But first, let's celebrate the upcoming Other's Day Brunch – a safe haven …

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Reuniting with Your Body After Infertility 15:52

2M ago15:52

15:52

In this episode, I dive deep into the intricacies of body image, offering insights and strategies to help you break free from societal norms and redefine your relationship with your body. It's time to unwind the narrative that may have taken root in your mind, not because you did anything wrong, but because we often get caught up in societal expect…

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28. Dating with Herpes: Everything You Need & Want to Know feat. Tricia Wise aka Safe Slut 42:35

2M ago42:35

42:35

Hey, Bestie! We are back with another epic guest interview! Today, I sit down with Tricia Wise, who you may know as Safe Slut on social media. Tricia is a NYC-based writer, Reiki Master, Herbalist, Esthetician, content creator, sex positivity goddess, witch, and queen of the best memes. In this episode, 5 years post-diagnosis, Tricia shares why she…

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100: From the Partner's Perspective, with Mike Johnson (my hubby) 45:12

2M ago45:12

45:12

Celebrating 100 episodes today! My husband, Mike Johnson, and I mark this special occasion together on the podcast with a conversation that makes its way through life without children from HIS perspective. As we share the narrative of our journey, from the heartbreak of miscarriage to the multitude of decisions along the fertility treatment path, w…

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Navigating Body Image After Infertility in the Childless Journey 13:15

2M ago13:15

13:15

I'm beyond thrilled to be back in Chicago after a whirlwind of adventures. If you've been tagging along on my YouTube journey, you've seen me bouncing from one place to another. But now, I'm back in the Windy City, feeling immensely proud after taking a whopping 17 days away from home – a significant feat for this recovering workaholic. Now, let's …

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Workplace Relationships as a Childless Woman 14:32

2M ago14:32

14:32

Workplace Relationships as a Childless Woman Introduction: Warm greetings to all our listeners. Still on the road, recording from a different location. Recap of the month-long focus on relationships, covering spouses, friends with kids, and now, colleagues and coworkers. Travel and Relationship Adventures: Detailed overview of recent travels, inclu…

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27. Dating, Sex, & Relationships from a Man's Perspective with James Manley 1:19:06

2M ago1:19:06

1:19:06

Hey Bestie, you are in for a treat! The first man to grace the Date Better Podcast, my great friend and twin, James Manley. James is one of my favorite humans and I've personally watched his evolution into a more conscious, and healthy masculine every day. In this episode, we dive into all things dating, sex, and relationships from a man's perspect…

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99: Why You Need Energetic Womb Healing, with Dr. Jennifer Reimer 1:05:37

2M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

The moment I sat in quiet meditation with an energy healer, I never anticipated the floodgates of emotional pain that would open from my womb space. That pivotal encounter ignited a journey into womb healing, leading me to create womb healing retreats that help women to release emotions stored in the womb space. On today's episode, I replay a conve…

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98: What We REALLY Need to Be Talking About on International Women's Day 29:09

2M ago29:09

29:09

This episode is a bit controversial. I think there's this an expectation that if you are a woman, you are onboard with everything International Women's Day stands for. But I'm not known for just getting on board with something simply because of an expectation. Do I want women to rise? Yes. Do I want there to be equitable pay in the workforce? Yes. …

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Navigating Friendships After Infertility 16:32

2M ago16:32

16:32

Navigating Friendships After Infertility - Episode 117 Welcome back, beautiful souls! Today's episode takes us to the stunning Pacific coast of California, where our host shares her recent experiences coaching remotely and working from beautiful locations. A dream come true! Now, let's dive into a topic close to many hearts: navigating friendships …

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97: Challenging Pronatalism's Effect on Purpose and Fulfillment 29:26

2M ago29:26

29:26

I'm doing a solo episode today and pulling back the curtain on pronatalism even further. In this episode, I will peel away the layers of this pervasive belief system, examining how it shapes the sense of purpose and self-worth in those of us without children. By uncovering historical and contemporary pressures from society, government, and religion…

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Navigating Marriage After Infertility 17:23

3M ago17:23

17:23

Introduction: Wishing everyone a joyful Valentine's Day, whenever you may be listening. Today, on the 14th of February, let's delve into a significant topic – the dynamics of relationships post-infertility. We'll explore the journey, the challenges, and strategies to reignite the spark in a partnership. Episode Highlights: The Challenge of Female F…

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26. Dating as an Unapologetically Childfree Woman in Your 40's with SAY IT OUT LOUD Author Vasavi Kumar 41:15

2M ago41:15

41:15

Hey, Bestie! This is a special episode on a topic about something that I have been so passionate about, being a childfree woman. In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Vasvi Kumar, Mindset Coach, Licensed Therapist, Podcaster, and Author of SAY IT OUT LOUD. Vasavi's book is the book of the month that we'll be reading together insi…

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96: Childlessness and the Transformation of Our Species, with Maria Hill 58:04

3M ago58:04

58:04

As a leader in the childless space, Maria Hill brings a ton of wisdom to this episode. Her story of parental and societal expectations as a woman growing up in the 60's shed so much light on what we are going through now as childless women. Maria and I cover some unexpected topics in this conversation from how Ayurveda supports the grief journey to…

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Embracing Change in Relationships After Infertility 13:31

3M ago13:31

13:31

Welcome to a new month, and if you're here, you're already taking a step towards creating a life that aligns with your true self. In this episode, we delve into the excitement and challenges of February. If you started the year with ambitious goals, now is the perfect time to evaluate whether they resonate with your authentic desires. Reflection an…

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25: When Your Forever Love Ends - Q&A + 10 Tips to Help Healing After Breakup 40:22

3M ago40:22

40:22

Hey, bestie! I recently shared some of the best dating advice I got after my long-term relationship ended. There were questions on Facebook, so I've got answers. Join me in this live recording as I answer these two questions: Question 1: How do I date after divorce in my 40's after a 21 year marriage? Question 2: How do I keep my heart open after b…

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95: Leaving a Legacy is Not As Important As You've Been Led to Believe 21:10

3M ago21:10

21:10

Legacy. It's a word I hear a lot in the childless community. What kind of legacy will I leave now that I'm not having kids? As though having kids is the only way to leave a legacy. In this episode, I'll unpack: what legacy is and the role of ego in this need to leave a legacy behind how to know if you're ego is coming into play and the mistakes you…

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Winning at Your Career After Infertility 16:36

3M ago16:36

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24. The epidemic of successful, single, and lonely AF women 11:09

3M ago11:09

11:09

Hey, bestie! Today's episode is for the successful, single, and lonely AF women that have achieved great success in their careers and/or businesses but have love lives that are dumpster fires. In this episode, I'll look at the 'work' that this woman may be missing in her life as she is chasing success and climbing ladders. This episode may be a bit…

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94: 3 Keys to Overcoming Regret and Fear of Regret on the Childless Path 27:09

3M ago27:09

27:09

A feeling of regret and fear of future regret are two things I hear so many childless women talk about. We regret decisions and choices we made in the past that have led to our current circumstances. We also are afraid to make decisions in the present because we might regret them later. I'm going to unpack it all in this episode. You'll find out: w…

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What you Deserve When You Are Infertile 15:27

3M ago15:27

15:27

Introduction: I want to share a part of my personal journey, the return to work after realizing motherhood wasn't in my cards. It was a challenging transition, and I struggled with anxiety, questioning my alignment with my career path. This episode is about recognizing your worth beyond predefined roles and titles. Segment 1: Redefining Success: Re…

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93: This is Why I Didn't "Just Adopt" 37:27

3M ago37:27

37:27

Embarking on the path of adoption or deciding against it—either one is a journey laden with emotion and complexity. Today, I open my heart to you in a candid narrative of my own experiences with the profound choice of not adopting. We'll cover the unpredictable adoption landscape, unpack societal expectations, and contemplate the often-overlooked e…

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23. The infamous Mr. WYD - deciphering what this text really means 31:37

3M ago31:37

31:37

Bestie, I'm calling you OUT and UP in this episode. Let's get yourself together and dive into why you're available for Mr. WYD and not Mr. Pick You Up at 8. Today, we'll break d own WHY you keep responding to WYD...bestie, some of it is science. This episode is all out of love and stupid stuff I used to do in my single girl era, so no judgment just…

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Embracing Fulfillment Beyond Motherhood 14:51

4M ago14:51

14:51

Embracing Fulfillment Beyond Motherhood Hey there, wonderful listeners! Last week's episode was a blast, sharing all the exciting things happening behind the scenes: The Other's Day Brunch 2024 My Advanced Coaching Certification in Grief and Post Traumatic Growth The Thrive After Infertility Mastermind in February My First Book! The response to my …

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22. Lessons to My 20-Something Self 39:34

3M ago39:34

39:34

Hey, Bestie! We're going viral on IG again, plus I'm vibing off of a girl's night sleepover with 6 of my local besties! A lot of the world still believes that after 35 you're an old hag and you can't get a man. I call BS - which has inspired today's episode - lessons I'd give to my 20-something self. Warning - I cry a little bit on this one. (1:11)…

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92: How to Turn Grief Into Growth, With Kirsten Frey 54:37

4M ago54:37

54:37

I continue to be enlightened and inspired by my good friend, Kirsten Frey. She returns for a second time on this episode to share her expertise on recovering from grief and opens us up to the multitude of different kinds of loss. We tend to think of the acute sense of loss after a loved one has passed as the primary type of grief, but there are 40 …

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The Support You Crave 12:49

4M ago12:49

12:49

Hey, beautiful souls! Welcome back to another empowering episode. I'm Lana Mankowski, and this is the space where we delve into the intricate journey of being childless after infertility. Last week, we explored setting attainable goals, understanding their significance, and breaking them down into manageable steps. Today, we're continuing that jour…

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91: 5 Obstacles Keeping You From a Joyful 2024 21:32

4M ago21:32

21:32

I used to start every year during my pursuit of motherhood thinking, "this is going to be my year". And it never was. Once I came to terms that my future was going to be childless, it started to look pretty dismal. And yet, I wanted to feel optimistic about the year ahead. What I didn't realize was that I had some obstacles in my way that needed br…

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21. Divorcing Your People Pleaser: A Tale of Divorce & Healing with Allie Hall aka The Debt Free Nurse 52:58

4M ago52:58

52:58

Hey, Bestie! Allie Hall (@_thedebtfreenurse) is back! She was a guest on the show when it was The Unfiltered Nurse, back in 2020. A lot has changed in Allie's life over the last three years - including getting divorced from her partner of 6 years. In this episode, we chat about people pleasing in relationships, love bombing, healing post breakup, f…

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20. Do's & Don'ts in Dating - Tips to Uplevel Your Dating Experiences in 2024 41:24

4M ago41:24

41:24

Hey, Bestie! Happy New Year! Today we are hopping on the 'in and out' trend of 2024. Let's dive into this episode (originally recorded live on IG) and get your life together this year. I'm also super excited to share The Date Better Book Club. This is a 3-month book club to help you tap into your feminine energy and help you manifest the love and l…

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Making Your Goals Easy in 2024 14:55

4M ago14:55

14:55

On today's podcast episode is a heartfelt discussion on setting resolutions, especially after navigating the complexities of infertility. It's a topic close to my heart, and I want to share my perspective on how we can approach the new year with authenticity and self-compassion. But before we dive in, let me update you on my journey. I recently wra…

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19. Setting Your Dating Goals for 2024 8:30

4M ago8:30

8:30

Bestie, it's the last episode of 2023. Today, let's chat about setting your dating goals in the new year using SMART goals. I'll see you in 2024, it's your year to date better and find your man! ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love delivered to you for free! Download The Dating Playbook now! ---- Are you ready to be…

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90: Special Holiday Gift, Raise Your Vibration Meditation 25:38

4M ago25:38

25:38

It's 3 days before Christmas as I record this special episode. This is not my usual all-talk episode or guest interview. Today, in this heartfelt episode, I'll guide you through a visualization exercise that promises to lift your spirits and shift your emotional state towards love and joy. So find yourself a quiet spot where you won't be disturbed,…

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18. The danger of situationships 5:05

4M ago5:05

5:05

Bestie, short, sweet (like me), but this may be the very episode that helps you get the man you want. ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love delivered to you for free! Download The Dating Playbook now! ---- Are you ready to become empowered AF and create the life and relationships you want in your life? BOOK HERE Hang…

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Feeling Seen When You Are Childless and Infertile 10:30

4M ago10:30

10:30

Reflecting on Resilience: As the year comes to a close, I've been reflecting on the resilience that comes with the journey of being childless after infertility. It's not just a personal triumph but a testament to the strength and courage you've displayed throughout your unique path. Acknowledging Achievements: This year, my focus has been on closin…

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89: Feeling Like You Don't Belong as a Childless Woman is Not Grief 29:52

4M ago29:52

29:52

It's pretty normal to feel like you don't belong when you're a childless woman. We grow up thinking that eventually, we'll belong to the mom club. And then it leaves us with a pretty big feeling of exclusion when we don't get to join. Most people in the childless space, assume that this feeling of not fitting in is a part of the grief and that once…

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17. When is too soon to move in with your partner (major life update) 45:39

4M ago45:39

45:39

Bestie! We are a few days late-- but, we are here! This may be my most vulnerable episode to date...I may be a little wine drunk, but I've got a huge life update that I never saw coming...and maybe you didn't either. HOWEVER...my freaking WITCH, knew within a MONTH of my boyfriend and I dating. WILD - this is a true bestie chat - I hope you find in…

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88: Behind the Scenes of a Happy Childless Holiday 31:55

5M ago31:55

31:55

When we want something, it's not actually that thing that we want. It's the feeling that we imagine we'll have when we have the thing. When I wrapped my head around this concept, I could use it to determine exactly what I wanted to feel and how to bring those positive emotions into the holidays. The holidays don't have to be full of dread. They use…

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87: How to Let Go of Being Pitied as a Childless Woman 24:20

5M ago24:20

24:20

No one likes to be pitied. And childless women who wanted kids are no different. I certainly don't like it and I did feel as though people pitied me when I first began to accept that I would never be a mom. But when my clients started asking how to get past pity, I realized that I didn't feel it at all anymore and had to really dig into how I shift…

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16. Dating Advice: Answering Your Dating & Relationship Questions (Part 2) 45:46

5M ago45:46

45:46

Hey Bestie, we are back for part 2. I'm answering your anonymous questions about dating and relationships. 1:15-5:30: How to not overshare and keep things a mystery when dating? 5:40-9:24: How to tell if he's being faithful and not cheating? 9:25-13:59: How do you know he's the one? 14:00-21:04: How do you heal and stay open after a heartbreak? 21:…

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