Are you Childfree? Childless? Does it Matter?

Episode Highlights: 

*We'll navigate through the distinctions between 'Childless' and 'Childfree' while discussing the importance of self-identification and reclaiming our narratives. *

Discover the nuances between 'Childfree by Choice' and 'Childfree by Circumstance' and gain insights into the diverse experiences within our community. 

*Explore familiar acronyms like DINK and SINK, as well as lesser-known terms like TTC and Empty Nesters, unraveling the complexities of modern lifestyles. 

*Journey with me as I share personal anecdotes about embracing the childfree lifestyle in Portugal, offering a glimpse into the joys and occasional complexities of living life on your own terms. 

***BONUS! I’m inviting you to join the conversation and celebrate the diverse identities within the Unapologetically Childfree Community at our FREE social Hour March 1st, 2024 @ 9pm Lisbon time. Register free: https://unapologeticallychildfree.com/registerfree 

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ep. 012—Timestamps 

00:00 Introduction to Childfree Terminology 

00:25 Understanding the Difference Between Childless and Childfree 

01:01 The Importance of Identifying as Childfree 

02:27 Exploring the Terms: Childfree and Childless 

04:18 The Significance of 'By Choice' and 'By Circumstance' 

07:46 Understanding DINK and SINK 

08:43 Other Important Terms: TTC, Empty Nesters, Step Parents, and Pre-Parents 

10:34 The Importance of Differentiating Childfree and Pre-Parenting 

14:09 Living the Childfree Lifestyle in Portugal 

15:59 Conclusion: Embracing the Childfree Community 

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