Is Child-free For Me?

Heidi is a 44-year-old, married female with a passion for fitness and professionally supporting injured athletes. She was raised as an only child and realizes that her sensory preferences are for calm and knows she has sensitivities to certain noises (e.g., shrieking children). This self-awareness helped inform her decision not to have kids, along with a myriad of other deeper considerations. She candidly reveals how she initially fell into the trap of following the social script that expects one to get married and have kids. Only after her first marriage dissolved did she seem to really question her true desire for children. Heidi notes the various stages she has experienced with being repeatedly questioned on her decision and the emotional toll it took on her some years ago. However, with age and more self-acceptance, it seems Heidi is at a state of peace with her choice. Heidi’s interview is thought-provoking and truly introspective and clear.   Heidi is a kind soul who has a very nurturing way about her.