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The Childless not by Choice Podcast is the story of an entire segment of society that goes largely ignored and misunderstood as we live and sometimes hide, in plain sight. I lived that story. I am living the story. Childless not by Choice is a podcast about the woman and man who wanted but could not have children. Of course, I invite everyone to listen. Because this is also a podcast that was created to bring awareness and conversation. It is a message for everyone: we are all walking the jo ...
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A moment comes when the realization hits that this is what it is, yet we don’t want to deal with that reality. We’re feeling all these feelings that are uncomfortable; the pain, the grief, the loneliness. We sit with it all and then, at some point, we wonder “what do I do with this?” and “how do I find meaning?” You can understand the grief AND want to move on while carrying it. This isn’t about squashing the grief - that’s not possible. It’s about moving onward on a new path, creating a ful ...
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Hi friend! If you are a woman who does not have kids by chance, not by choice, this message is for you. If you had an inner desire to be a mother but never came to reality, this show is for you. If you got married at a later stage in your life, or if you are single and you never had the chance to even try, this is for you. If you were a mama at some point and suffered a loss, this is for you too. And if you want to feel like you are a part of a community alongside other women who have walked ...
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Women Without Kids is a special podcast series created from research interviews for my book of the same title, which will be published in spring 2023. The conversations here are with the authors, philosophers, healers, activists, anthropologists, and social scientists, whose work has helped me make sense of everything it means to be a "woman without kids" today—whatever our reasons for this.
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As Told By Childless Women with Jobi Tyson, shatters the often sidelined topic of female childlessness. Each weekly episode will be a thought provoking, curiosity-fueled one-on-one interview with a childless woman featuring defined terms and tackles a range of reasons that lead to childlessness by sharing real stories and stigmas of female childlessness and womanhood. Watch these interviews at www.AsToldByChildlessWomen.com
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Season Two Coming in October! ✴️ Do you ever wonder what childfree life REALLY looks and feels like? Sure there are the party days and good times of your 20s and 30s (which we both crushed btw) but what about when things start to "slow down" at 50? Is fun still a priority? Does the worry about the elder years increase or decrease? Does regret set in or fade into oblivion? Do friendships change? Is building community with new childfree friends possible? We are a happy childfree couple living ...
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The F Word at Work from Fertility Matters at Work is a conversation for busy HR, D&I and wellbeing leads with the aim to open your minds to the vast topic of fertility at work and why it really matters for employees and businesses too. We know that more sensitive and taboo topics can instill the fear of getting the conversation wrong, or not knowing where to start, so by sharing a range of diverse conversations from our community about their own family building struggles and how it has affec ...
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Should I have kids? If you're on the fence about whether or not to have kids, this is your podcast. Each week, host and Clarity Coach, Keltie Maguire, will interview a wide-ranging host of different voices — from best-selling authors to outdoor adventurers to health experts — about their personal Kids or Childfree decision and the topics that run alongside this choice. From new and long-time moms to the currently ambivalent to those who are childfree by choice, you'll get to hear the answers ...
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Relationships, dating, sex and marriage are changing. What difference does having a faith make to relationship choices? What does love look like in the 21st century? What is the future for relationships? How are singleness and marriage evolving? Building on the book 'Relatable: Exploring God, Love and Connection in the Age of Choice', the Relatable podcast explores stories from different stages of life and love, and brings into focus the challenges of navigating faith and relationships. In e ...
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Looking Back, Looking Forward Hello, and welcome to episode 167 of the Childless not by Choice Podcast. My name is Civilla Morgan. My mission is to recognize and speak to childless not by choice women and men worldwide, reminding us that we can live joyful, relevant, fulfilled, childless not by choice, lives. Whether you have children or not, thank…
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Welcome to another episode of The F Word at Work, as we continue our 'How To' series, which aims to provide insights for HR professionals, managers, and colleagues on how to support those facing specific family-building challenges. This episode coincides with World Childless Week which provides an amazing community of support for those who are chil…
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Today, we are addressing different societal perceptions and pressures faced by women who are childless not by choice. Spurred by a recent political comment, we explore feelings of worth and self-compassion, urging women to redefine their value beyond motherhood. Offering strategies to combat societal pressures, I encourage you to embrace your own u…
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In this episode, our guest Gail Miller shares her profound journey of navigating the heartache of being childless by circumstance, not by choice, while dedicating her professional life to helping women with high-risk pregnancies as a Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician. Despite her lifelong dream of motherhood, Gail faced the painful reality of not f…
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Wendy Pratt is a poet, creative non fiction author and editor living on the North Yorkshire coast. In this episode we talk about navigating the loss of her daughter, infertility, the sense of not belonging, nature and her journey as a working class writer. Her non fiction nature/landscape memoir The Ghost Lake, was long listed for the Nan Shepherd …
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In this conversation, Keltie speaks with Liz Leedham-Pepin, who shares her powerful journey to motherhood through adoption. You'll hear Liz and Keltie discuss: Liz's lifelong dreams of motherhood, and the emotional rollercoaster of trying to conceive Why Liz decided that motherhood probably wasn't for her after all, and why she and her wife decided…
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The fall season is upon us, and with this season comes a lot of exciting and fun events and traditions. It can also be the perfect storm for women who are childless not by choice, as we can be bombarded with reminders of what we are missing out on. Today, we explore how to navigate the fall season as a woman who is childless by circumstance, not by…
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Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Meg, a woman who has faced the challenges of infertility with resilience and hope. Meg shares her story of navigating six miscarriages and multiple rounds of IVF, shedding light on the emotional rollercoaster of loss and hope. Her candid discussion about the importance of therapy and community suppor…
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Welcome to another episode of The F Word at Work! This is our How to Support Your Colleague series, designed for managers, senior leaders, and HR professionals to gain insights into the challenges colleagues may face while navigating their journeys to parenthood. This episode coincides with PCOS Awareness Month, and we aim to shed light on how PCOS…
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In this conversation, Keltie Maguire and Kate Brightwell explore the complexities of choosing a childfree life, including what it means to be a childfree woman in the workplace. You'll hear Keltie and Kate discuss: The pressures Kate faced to have children, despite having always known she didn't want any. How being childfree has impacted Kate's rom…
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When we hear the phrase “starting a family”, most people are referring to having children. Which is why in this episode we explore the true meaning of family for women who are childless not by choice and why we need to expand our view of how we define family. Relationships with friends, loved ones, and even pets can constitute a family. We get to h…
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In today's episode, I'm discussing the journey of rediscovering ourselves when life hasn’t turned out as planned, specifically focusing on embracing life as a woman who is childless by chance, not by choice. I reflect on my own experiences, the grief, healing, and unexpected joy I've found, and share insights that apply to everyone, regardless of t…
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In this episode, Keltie chats with coach and The Single Greatest Choice podcast host, Katie Bryan, about her journey of choosing to have a child on her own. You'll hear them discuss: The complexities of deciding whether to wait for a partner or pursue solo parenthood. Katie's initial plans of being a stay-at-home mom and how her divorce at 28 chang…
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Unexpected breaks from the internet can feel isolating and unsettling. Social media and online forums, while they have their negatives, they can also be a lifeline where we can find others who understand this unique grief we face. Today, I am discussing how a recent unexpected digital detox highlighted the importance of online connections, yet also…
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In this insightful and heartfelt episode, licensed psychotherapist and mental health coach Nanette shares her journey of coming to terms with a childless future. She delves into the evolving nature of grief, the importance of self-compassion, and the powerful tools that helped her along the way. Through her acronym 'SEARCH,' Nanette offers a compre…
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In this episode, Keltie speaks with writer and author, Jackie Shannon Hollis, about what happens when you fall in love with a man who doesn't want children, joyfully commit to a life together...and then begin longing for a child, shortly after your wedding day. You'll hear them discuss: The importance of being intentional in our choices and not bei…
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Today we welcome Elizabeth Tiglao-Guss, host of the By Chance Podcast, sacred conversations with women who don’t have kids by chance and not by choice. Elizabeth is a social entrepreneur, personal coach and founder of Link of Hearts, a lifestyle brand raising awareness for mental health. Together we discuss Elizabeth's journey through infertility a…
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This episode featured another insightful conversation with Brandi, where we discussed various labels and terms currently used in our community-whether it's child-free, childless, or others. It's been about 10-11 years since she and her husband decided to stop trying for children, and she shared valuable insights into what their journey has been lik…
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In this episode of Childless and Moving Onward, I am joined by Niki Allinson, a creator, coach and childless woman. In our discussion, Niki shares her personal journey with endometriosis, infertility, and ultimately, acceptance of childlessness. She describes how creativity, particularly doodling, has kept her strong through childless grief and rem…
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In today's episode, I am sharing with you the recent wave of grief that came over me, finding myself in that dark hole again, and the simple steps I took to get out of it. If you have ever felt this way, tune in to feel less alone in your childless by chance journey. Connect with Elizabeth: IG: @bychanceavenue Stay connected & up to date with all t…
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Welcome back to The F Word at Work, we’re now in our 4th series and we really hope you’ve found our content useful and have either included it in your resources on this conversation or have been sharing it with colleagues. If not - please do as this series is a ‘How to’ guide to enable you to support colleagues through the many different routes to …
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Do one day you feel like you are on top of the world, and yet one day feel overwhelmed by life and everything you are expected to deal with? Did you know that this when you are overdrawn in your emotional overdraft? Andy Brown - the author of Amazon Number one bestseller, "The Emotional Overdraft: 10 simple changes for balancing business success an…
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When people hear the word "legacy," they often think of passing down things to children. However, legacy extends far beyond that. It’s found in the lives you impact, the passions you pursue, and the work you do. Today, I want to discuss how we can redefine legacy beyond traditional norms. I'll share a few ways to redefine your legacy, such as throu…
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In today's episode, we chat with Melissa Jones who along with her husband Erik, decided to embrace a child-free life after six years of struggling with infertility. Their journey included a traumatic medical experience where Erik faced a life-threatening situation due to an infertility-related surgery. Melissa continues to actively support the chil…
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Author, activist, and educator Rachel Cargle, talks about choosing to be childfree as a reflection of the kind of life she wants to live. In the episode we discuss: -How Rachel’s early childhood influences helped expand her vision for her life path -How her mother’s disability made her even more determined to go after what she wanted for herself -T…
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Hello, and welcome to episode 166 of the Childless not by Choice Podcast. My name is Civilla Morgan. My mission is to recognize and speak to childless not by choice women and men around the world, reminding you, us, that we can live joyful, relevant, fulfilled, childless not by choice, lives. Whether you have children or not, thank you for tuning i…
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In this episode, Keltie reflects on the insights and takeaways from the second season of The Kids or Childfree podcast. -- Subscribe, rate, and review The Kids or Childfree Podcast if you love what you’re hearing! You can leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, or a rating on Spotify. Find us online at www.kidsorchildfree.com. Instagram: www.i…
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Brita's story is a raw and honest exploration of one of the most challenging scenarios in relationships: the discovery that one partner wants a child, and the other doesn't. She and her ex-husband started their romance young, with the societal script of "happily ever after plus baby" playing in the background. But as time went on, that traditional …
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Coming to terms with the fact that you won't become a mother can be difficult and may leave you feeling like you've lost a part of your identity. You may not recognize yourself anymore. Today we are diving into the complex and difficult journey of rediscovering yourself and creating a fulfilling life for yourself. In this episode, I'll share practi…
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Today's conversation with Civilla is about her journey of trying to have a child as a single woman, specifically through adoption. This later led to her passion for providing a voice to the childless community, not by choice, through her podcast for about nine years now. Civilla is an Author, Blogger, and founder of the Childless not by Choice podc…
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Listen to find out how to have your last bad day... Michael O'Brien is a beacon of resilience and mindfulness in today's fast-paced world. As a qualified meditation teacher, executive coach, and endurance athlete, he embodies the transformative power of pausing, breathing, and reflecting. Michael's journey is marked by a pivotal moment he calls his…
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In this conversation, Keltie interviews Nicole Louie: writer, translator, and author of the brand-new book, Others Like Me: The Lives of Women Without Children. You'll hear them discuss: Nicole's experience of not wanting to become a mother from a young age and the challenges she faced in navigating societal expectations. The importance of turning …
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Many of us have felt the isolating sense of invisibility as women who are childless not by choice. Conversations often revolve around children, making us feel excluded and out of place. Today, I’m sharing some personal experiences and insights around that feeling of invisibility. I’ll discuss various strategies to combat isolation, such as acknowle…
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In this heartfelt conversation, Lisa shares her journey of living child-free after infertility, revealing the challenges and emotional toll of miscarriages and failed fertility treatments. She discusses her powerful transition from self-blame to self-validation, the significance of sharing one’s story, and finding joy beyond motherhood. Drawing fro…
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This episode explores resilience surrounding childlessness not by choice. We discuss disenfranchised grief, the complex emotions of childlessness, as well how to support friends who may be on this journey. Bindi talks about the importance of community, finding small moments of joy and how she began to process her feelings. Bindi Shah is a meditatio…
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In this conversation, Keltie interviews her colleague and mentor, Merle Bombardieri — author of The Baby Decision, clinical social worker, and parent decision coach — about the decision to have or not have children. You'll hear them discuss: How couples can navigate disagreements on this topic and find a solution that works for both partners. Why t…
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Today's episode is our first couple's edition, my first episode with my husband Victor Guss...and he did not disappoint! Stemming from something a family member said regarding our "by chance" choice, I had the intention of having a conversation with him on this podcast so we could illuminate the husband's or male partner's insight and perspective r…
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Women who are childless not by choice often face endless stereotypes and judgments. A recent example of this was when a politician made hurtful remarks regarding childless women. The negative and hurtful reactions to this comment highlighted the ongoing challenges these women face. In this episode, my main goal is to start conversations with women …
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In this conversation, Keltie speaks with author, actress, and model, Alice Grecyzn, about Alice's decision to be childfree, and the ups and downs she has faced along the way to making this choice. You'll hear them discuss: Alice's experience of an ultra-religious upbringing, losing her faith — and how both have influenced her childfree path The par…
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Hello, and welcome to episode 165 of the Childless not by Choice Podcast. My name is Civilla Morgan. My mission is to recognize and speak to childless not by choice women and men worldwide, reminding us that we can live joyful, relevant, fulfilled, childless not by choice, lives. Whether you have children or not, thank you for tuning in! What is to…
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In today's episode, I had a very profound conversation with Carrie, a freelance writer based in Northern California known for her vulnerable and authentic writing. We dive into Carrie's journey through infertility, the significant loss of her daughter Clementine, and the eventual embrace of a child-free life with her husband. They explore the emoti…
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People use various terms to describe childlessness because no single term resonates with everyone. In this episode, we explore the term "childless by circumstance" and the many different situations that can lead to this beyond infertility. It's essential to recognize that pain is valid, no matter the cause of childlessness. It is critical to acknow…
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If you were creating a practical and actionable guide to resilience what would you write? What would you leave out? Sukhvinder Pabial has tacked just that with his book 'The Resilience Handbook'. Sukh is a senior learning and development professional, with a masters degree in occupational psychology. He is a positive psychology practitioner, and sp…
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In this conversation, Keltie Maguire interviews Dr. Natasha Ghosh, a therapist and coach, about her journey into motherhood and the decision to have children. You'll hear them discuss: The mixed emotions and uncertainties that come with becoming a mother, as well as the external pressures and societal expectations surrounding parenthood. The import…
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In this episode, I'm talking about the importance of acknowledging and embracing all emotions, particularly for women living childfree not by choice. I reflect on my personal journey with infertility and adoption, because I've realized that sad stories do NOT define a sad life. We talk about the significance of processing emotions like sadness and …
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We hear about triggers all the time, but what are they really and how can we effectively manage our responses to them? In this episode, we explore effective strategies for dealing with unavoidable emotional triggers. We also discuss what are some common triggers that women who are childless not by choice face. One important way to manage triggers i…
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Ever catch yourself in a spiral of anxiety and worry? If your answer is “no,” we want your secret! Chances are, at some point in the last few weeks, you found yourself overthinking about SOMETHING. As childfree individuals, society likes to warn us about our potentially regretful future. While these thoughts may sneak in from time to time, what abo…
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In this episode, The Childless Collective online community host, Katy Seppi, shares her journey of infertility and becoming childfree not by choice. You'll hear her and Keltie discuss: Katy's personal experience with infertility, IVF, and endometriosis — and the challenges of accessing proper medical care. How and when Katy decided to stop fertilit…
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In this heartfelt episode, my guest Dana shares her journey of getting married later in life and the emotional and physical aspects of entering midlife and perimenopause. The conversation delves into the challenges of infertility, the grief of childlessness, and the importance of finding joy and community. Listen in while she talks about the value …
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Today, we are honored to welcome Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, a dear friend of mine and a Physician turned relationship and intimacy coach. After spending twelve years in medicine helping others heal their bodies, Alexandra chose to study the science and art of emotional and sensual connection to help her patients heal their relationships. In our conve…
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