The Childfree Connection
Season Two Coming Soon!
✴️ 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 in Austin, TX who are here to answer all these questions and share our in-depth experience and expertise on Childfree Life. Our personal journeys towards the childfree life were very different. Veronica experienced 10+ years of doubt and confusion while Rick wasn't aware that his voice mattered. PLUS- we will be covering the topics that matter to all childfree people- health and wellness, relationships, investments, career, travel and a whole lot more!
KNOW THIS ➡️ We are committed to being honest and transparent with y'all as we share our past mistakes and what we are doing now (specifically) to live a fulfilled childfree life. We are also excited to introduce guests who can open the doors to even more joy and self exploration for us all.
Whether you are loving your childfree life or ruminating about the childfree choice- this podcast is for you! Think of us as your older(ish) & wiser(ish) childfree friends who are struttin' down the childfree path with you.
New episodes are released every other Thursday!
More HERE: https://www.thechildfreeconnection.com/
Episodes
29 episodes
Bonus Episode: My Husband Wants Kids But I Don't (Is Childfree For Me?)
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 ...
What To Do When You Catch Yourself Overthinking
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 ...
THIS Is Why You Should Talk About Your Childfree Life!
Should you be shouting “I’m Childfree!” to the world? We think so! In this episode, we share some powerful reasons why it's important to be vocal about your childfree choice.Even if it doesn't come naturally to you, the benefits of shari...
Bonus Episode: Finding Childfree Joy After Infertility (Is Childfree For Me?)
Ericka didn't initially choose to be childfree. She spent 10 years navigating a challenging infertility journey, leaving her uncertain about her future. She grappled with concerns about not becoming a mother and feared her life might always fee...
Rude Childfree Comments We Can't Avoid!
We're diving into the all-too-familiar rude comments that childfree people just can't seem to avoid. You know the ones – the hurtful, confusing, and downright insane remarks that make us shake our heads. These comments have become so ingrained ...
Hidden Perks Of Not Having Kids!
Do you enjoy using the bathroom without little hands banging on the door? We sure do! In this episode, we dive into the unexpected perks of living childfree. From enjoying your bathroom privacy to turning that spare room into anything you want—...
Bonus Episode: Mother-In-Law Pressures ME To Have Kids! (Is Childfree For Me?)
Has a family member ever made passive aggressive comments about your decision not to have kids? These subtle jabs can make us feel undermined and stir up doubt and confusion about the childfree choice.Today you’ll meet Amanda, who share...
6 Reasons Why Childfree Friends Are CRUCIAL
Ever felt a bit out of place in your friend circle because everyone else has kids? Or maybe you find yourself holding back in conversations? In this episode, we unleash the top reasons why it feels so good to be surrounded by childfree friends....
What Are Childfree People Doing ALL Day?!
Ever been asked what you do with your free time as a childfree person? If not, get ready – it’s likely that you’ll eventually be hit with this baffling query. In this episode, we dive into why this question pops up and why our free time is ...
Bonus Episode: My Friends Are Having Kids, Is It My Turn? (Is Childfree For Me?)
Rick and I will be back next time but stick with me today because I have a very special bonus episode of "Is Childfree For Me?" where my program graduates share their personal story of how they found peace and confidence with the childfree choi...
How Families React To "Not Having Kids"
What happens when you tell your family that you decided NOT to have kids? In this episode, we explore the positive and sometimes uncomfortable reactions that our childfree community has received when they break the no kids news.
Is Life Without Kids Easy?
Rick and I are on the struggle bus in this candid episode of The Childfree Connection Podcast! We're laying it all out as we unpack the recent challenges that life has thrown our way. We considered skipping this episode but instead found our...
Bonus Episode: Why I Keep Pushing Back Having Kids (Is Childfree For Me?)
Rick and I will be back next time but today I have a very special bonus episode of "Is Childfree For Me? " where my program graduates share their personal story of how they found peace and confidence with the childfree choice.T...
Why Don't Parents & The Childfree Get Along?
Have you ever found yourself caught in the crossfire of defensiveness or judgment from parents? Or, maybe you have felt outcasted or overlooked? Rick and I have received so many negative comments from parents that we started wondering about ...
Childfree Assumptions That Drive Us CRAZY!
In this episode, Rick and I dismantle the Top 5 Assumptions that society often casts on those of us living childfree – we debunk childfree myths and shed some light on the actual truth of the childfree lifestyle. We go from dispelling the notio...
The Pressure To Have Kids is RELENTLESS!
In this episode, we unpack the relentless pressure that STILL exists within our pronatalist society to convince childfree people to have kids. We dissect the origin of these pesky pressures and offer some insight in how to shoo them away or sup...
Bonus Episode: Feeling Responsible For The Joy Of Others (Is Childfree For Me?)
In this Bonus Episode, I interview an alumni member of my program "Is Childfree For Me?" The intention of this episode is to explore the intricate journey of embracing a childfree life—a path that can be marked by uncertainty, anxiety, stress a...
Does Having Kids Make You A Better Person?
As a childfree person, have you ever heard someone say that having a kid makes you a better person? (We've heard that a lot!) In today’s episode of The Childfree Connection Podcast, Rick shares a clip where the guest said exactly that -so, w...
Are People Happier Without Kids?
Are parents happier than those without children? If you had asked either of us in our 20s and 30s, we likely would have answered yes. I can still hear the refrain in my head: "You'll never be truly happy until you become a mom." This concept...
Does Childhood Affect Your Childfree Choice?
Does Childhood Affect Your Childfree Choice? Ina Garten “The Barefoot Contessa” did a recent interview where she spoke about her childfree choice and how she “did not want to recreate her childhood”. Rick and I were inspired to post about this ...
Will I Be Bored If I Don't Have Kids?
Will I be bored without kids? Rick and I were asked this question at a recent Holiday party. This is a common fear that is placed on childfree people along with the mindset that the only way not to be bored is to have children. We star...
Creating Childfree Traditions
We deserve to enjoy the Holiday Season! As childfree people, we have been conditioned to believe that the Holidays are “for the kids”. With all the pronatalism in media and social media during this season, it can be easy for childfree people to...
Childfree & The Fear Of Future Regret
Fear of future regret can be a common emotion in the childfree community. Unless you were 100% certain that you didn’t want kids from day one, your mind can automatically flow into the murky waters of the “what ifs”. In this episode...
Grateful For The Childfree Life
As childfree people, it's so important to practice gratitude about our lifestyle! In this episode, we discuss the state of the world and how our process is very different from parents. We share gratitude for having the time to focus on our heal...
Will I Lose Friends When They Have Kids?
When your friends have kids and you are childfree, it can instantly transform your friendship beyond what you may have imagined. In this episode, Rick and I identify some of the challenges that can arise once your friends begin to have children...