Why some modern women don't want children: Why young people call themselves "Child-free"

21.06.2023 07:40
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:25

While some people still imagine that all women want to have families and kids, it seems to be pretty far from reality, because lots of modern women choose not to have kids at all.

A new article published on Psychology Today reveals why that happens more often these days.

Let's find out more about it.

Personal decision

Choosing to be childfree is a personal decision that some women are making today. 

Medical professionals may be hesitant to perform procedures like tubal ligation or hysterectomy, questioning women's future desires for children. 

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Reasons for choosing not to have children include social changes, debunking the "biological clock" myth, financial and logistical considerations, and the support of the childfree movement. 

Deciding whether to have children requires introspection, exploring fears and desires. 

Everyone has their right to choose

Communities and resources exist for women who have chosen to be childfree.

Declining birth rates have sparked concerns, but reproductive choice should be respected. 

Women's rights and reproductive freedom encompass the choice to have or not have children based on personal circumstances. 

Embracing diverse paths to fulfillment has given rise to greater acceptance of choosing a life without kids. 

The decision ultimately rests with each individual.
 

Kate Yakimchuk Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource


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