By Kathleen Guthrie Woods
Over the past couple of months, it feels like childfree women have been stepping out of the shadows and speaking up—quite publicly. Several friends have asked me, “What do you think of all this?”
I think the question should be, “How do you feel?” and my answer would include: supported, acknowledged, comforted, encouraged, vindicated, empowered.
I applaud these women for making their—and our—voices heard. I am encouraged that, in doing so, they negate the shame so many of us have been forced to feel for our choices and/or our circumstances. I think, as a society, we are making good progress.
Here’s a sampling of some of the articles. If you have come across other good news, please share links in the Comments.
Jennifer Aniston on Pressure to Have Kids: “It’s rude, insulting, and ignorant”
I’m 40. I Don’t Want to Be a Mom. Now What?
Kathleen Guthrie Woods is a Northern California–based freelance writer. She is mostly at peace with her childfree status.
