<p>Kelly (a mum) and Louise (not a mum) tackle having children vs choosing to be childfree responding to a brilliantly funny and dramatic <strong>Substack post by Jameela Jamil called 'I Don't Want Children'.</strong> Jamella gave her long list of reasons with her usual flair for the dramatic and great humour - truly a woman for these times. Kelly and Louise dissect the list adding their own thoughts, counterpoints and plenty of humour too. If getting into fights for your kids or cleaning poo are stored in your 'things I'd prefer not to do' file then you have found a kindred spirit. This episode explores the big question: <strong>do you actually want children?</strong></p><br><p>Kelly also brings in <strong>Google’s reasons for having kids</strong>, some of which may blow your mind.</p><br><p>Plus, in this week’s <em>What’s Grinding Our Gears</em>, Kelly and Louise are enjoying a little vent about sky high ticket prices, they've had enough of it and it needs to stop.&nbsp;In the meantime they are trying to make themselves feel better by not buying expensive tickets and instead supporting smaller acts and grassroots venues.&nbsp;</p><br><p>If you’re wondering <strong>whether to have kids, thinking about staying childfree, or just enjoy honest conversations about life decisions</strong>, this episode is for you.</p><br><p>Jameela article - sorry it's behind a paywall but well worth a read <a href="https://jameelajamil.substack.com/p/i-dont-want-children-i-dont-want" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://jameelajamil.substack.com/p/i-dont-want-children-i-dont-want</a></p><br><p>Phillipa Perry - <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42348818-the-book-you-wish-your-parents-had-read-and-your-children-will-be-glad" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read</a></p><br><p><strong>Get in touch!</strong></p><br><p>Don't forget to send your thoughts or suggestions for the podcast to <a href="mailto:frozenyoureggsyet@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">frozenyoureggsyet@gmail.com</a></p><br><p>You can sign up to our newsletter:&nbsp;<a href="https://mailchi.mp/6363eddb1650/sign-up-newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mailchi.mp/6363eddb1650/sign-up-newsletter</a></p><br><p>Find us on Insta, Tik Tok and YouTube<a href="https://www.instagram.com/frozenyoureggsyet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;@frozenyoureggsyet</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Have You Frozen Your Eggs Yet?

Kelly Crichton and Louise Mason

Should You Have Kids? The Childfree Debate (inspired by Jameela Jamil)

MAR 17, 202639 MIN
Have You Frozen Your Eggs Yet?

Should You Have Kids? The Childfree Debate (inspired by Jameela Jamil)

MAR 17, 202639 MIN

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<p>Kelly (a mum) and Louise (not a mum) tackle having children vs choosing to be childfree responding to a brilliantly funny and dramatic <strong>Substack post by Jameela Jamil called 'I Don't Want Children'.</strong> Jamella gave her long list of reasons with her usual flair for the dramatic and great humour - truly a woman for these times. Kelly and Louise dissect the list adding their own thoughts, counterpoints and plenty of humour too. If getting into fights for your kids or cleaning poo are stored in your 'things I'd prefer not to do' file then you have found a kindred spirit. This episode explores the big question: <strong>do you actually want children?</strong></p><br><p>Kelly also brings in <strong>Google’s reasons for having kids</strong>, some of which may blow your mind.</p><br><p>Plus, in this week’s <em>What’s Grinding Our Gears</em>, Kelly and Louise are enjoying a little vent about sky high ticket prices, they've had enough of it and it needs to stop.&nbsp;In the meantime they are trying to make themselves feel better by not buying expensive tickets and instead supporting smaller acts and grassroots venues.&nbsp;</p><br><p>If you’re wondering <strong>whether to have kids, thinking about staying childfree, or just enjoy honest conversations about life decisions</strong>, this episode is for you.</p><br><p>Jameela article - sorry it's behind a paywall but well worth a read <a href="https://jameelajamil.substack.com/p/i-dont-want-children-i-dont-want" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://jameelajamil.substack.com/p/i-dont-want-children-i-dont-want</a></p><br><p>Phillipa Perry - <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42348818-the-book-you-wish-your-parents-had-read-and-your-children-will-be-glad" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read</a></p><br><p><strong>Get in touch!</strong></p><br><p>Don't forget to send your thoughts or suggestions for the podcast to <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]</a></p><br><p>You can sign up to our newsletter:&nbsp;<a href="https://mailchi.mp/6363eddb1650/sign-up-newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mailchi.mp/6363eddb1650/sign-up-newsletter</a></p><br><p>Find us on Insta, Tik Tok and YouTube<a href="https://www.instagram.com/frozenyoureggsyet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;@frozenyoureggsyet</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>