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The Kids or Childfree Podcast

Keltie Maguire

123 episodes

Should I have kids?

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If you're on the fence about whether or not to have kids, this is your podcast. Each week, host and Clarity Coach, Keltie Maguire, will interview a wide-ranging host of different voices — from best-selling authors to outdoor adventurers to health experts — about their personal Kids or Childfree decision and the topics that run alongside this choice.

From new and long-time moms to the currently ambivalent to those who are childfree by choice, you'll get to hear the answers to all the questions you can't seem to get straight answers on. What's it really like being a parent? What happens to childfree people when they get old? Do people who don't have kids regret it? Can you ever really be ready to have a child? And perhaps most importantly: How can I make my own Kids or Childfree decision?

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  1. 72. Dr. Amanda Adeleye, MD on Empowering Fertility Journeys with Knowledge

    · 1 h 08 min · S5 E72

    In this conversation, fertility expert, Dr. Amanda Adeleye, MD, is sharing the fertility knowledge you need to feel empowered in your Kids or Childfree decision. This includes... • Common fertility myths and…

  2. 71. shawndeez, Ph.D. on Parenthood as a Spiritual Journey

    · 1 h 08 min · S5 E71

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire speaks with shawdeez, Ph.D. (he/they), a queer and trans parent, about their journey to parenthood and the transformative experiences that awaited them on the other side of having a…

  3. 70. Charlotte Holmes on Your Most True and Aligned Self

    · 1 h 15 min · S5 E70

    In this episode, Keltie speaks with yogi, movement coach, model, and retreat facilitator, Charlotte Holmes, about her journey as a childfree individual and the role self-discovery plays in the Kids or Childfree choice.…

  4. 69. Heidi Reimer on The Unspoken Parts of Motherhood

    · 1 h 15 min · S5 E69

    In the conversation, Keltie is joined by writer and author, Heidi Reimer, to discuss the complexities and ambivalence of motherhood, and Heidi's unique journey to becoming a mom. You'll hear them discuss: • Heidi's…

  5. 68. Lucy Meggeson on How to Thrive Solo

    · 1 h 10 min · S5 E68

    This week's episode is with podcaster, coach, and author, Lucy Meggeson, on how to thrive as a single woman without kids. You'll hear Keltie and Lucy discuss... • Lucy's journey to embracing her identity as a single,…

  6. 67. Stacey Hicks on Being One and Done

    · 57 min · S5 E67

    In this conversation, Keltie speaks with Stacey Hicks — a writer and Deputy Editor at Australian media outlet, Mamamia — about being a mom to one. The two of them discuss... • The complexities surrounding the decision…

  7. 66. Dear Former Fence-Sitter #2 with Amanda E. White, LPC

    · 57 min · S5 E66

    We're back for another episode of our Dear Former Fence-Sitter series with mom, therapist, and former fence-sitter, Amanda E. White, where we're answering questions that include... • How do I reconcile the different…

  8. 65. Jennifer Heimlich on Keeping Your Passions When You Have Kids

    · 1 h 00 min · S5 E65

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire speaks with journalist, mom, and runner, Jennifer Heimlich, about her journey into motherhood. Hear them discuss: • Jennifer's initial ambivalence about motherhood, her experience…

  9. 64. Dr. Jennifer Watling Neal on The Latest Research on the Childfree Choice

    · 1 h 04 min · S5 E64

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire speaks with Professor of Pyschology, Dr. Jennifer Watling Neal about her research on childfree adults. They explore... • The growing demographic of individuals who choose not to…

  10. 63. Kristina Chilian on The Long View of Parenthood

    · 1 h 17 min · S5 E63

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire speaks with Kristina Chilian — teacher, coach, and mom to two 20-somethings — about her journey into and experience of motherhood. You'll hear about... • Kristina's initial…

  11. 62. Anne Wennhold on Being Childfree by Choice at 90

    · 1 h 07 min · S5 E62

    We're kicking off Season 5 of the podcast, with a conversation with Anne Wennhold — a 90-year-old childfree by choice woman who supports elders interested in continuing to grow as human and spiritual beings. Hear…

  12. 61. Keltie Maguire on Key Coaching Takeaways During Season 4

    · 35 min · S4 E61

    In this episode, Keltie Maguire discusses some of the key themes and insights that have come up in her private and group coaching sessions during Season 4 of The Kids or Childfree Podcast, as well as episodes from…

  13. 60. Gabrielle Salomone on Navigating a Fear of Childbirth

    · 1 h 04 min · S4 E60

    In this conversation, Keltie speaks with Gabrielle Salamone, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in OCD and anxiety. The two of them discuss... • Tokophobia, a severe fear of childbirth, and its…

  14. 59. Dear Former Fence-Sitter #1 with Amanda E. White, LPC

    · 58 min · S4 E59

    Your questions, answered! In this very first episode of my new Dear Former Fence-Sitter series, I sit down with former guest — mom, therapist, and former fence-sitter, Amanda E. White — to answer questions that…

  15. 58. Sina Scheithauer on Answering the Kid Question in Germany and Beyond

    · 59 min · S4 E58

    In this episode, Keltie speaks with colleague, Sina Scheithauer, about her experience being on the fence about kids; how she made her childfree decision; and her work as a coach helping women with the "kid question" in…

  16. 57. Carly Church on The First Few Months of Motherhood

    · 1 h 12 min · S4 E57

    In this episode, Keltie Maguire speaks with one of her long-time friends, Carly Church, about life as a new mom, and how Carly made her decision to have a child. Keltie and Carly chat about: • Carly's journey from…

  17. 56. Ruth Chang on How to Make Hard Choices

    · 51 min · S4 E56

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire and philosopher, Ruth Chang, explore the complexities of hard choices, and in particular, the decision to have kids or remain childfree. They discuss... • The idea of drifting into…

  18. 55. Tyler Pentland on Becoming a Father Through Surrogacy

    · 1 h 11 min · S4 E55

    In this episode, Keltie speaks with artist and dad, Tyler Pentland, who shares his journey of becoming a father through surrogacy. Hear the two of them discuss: • Why Tyler never considered kids or fatherhood until he…

  19. 54. Florence Wlodarski on Pursuing Parenthood When You're Still on the Fence

    · 55 min · S4 E54

    In this episode, Keltie Maguire speaks with Florence Wlodarski about Florence's Kids or Childfree journey — from ambivalence to IVF to embracing life without kids — plus, the inspiration behind PARALLEL, the social…

  20. 53. Sophia Seymour on Freezing Your Eggs When You're on the Fence

    · 56 min · S4 E53

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire interviews filmmaker Sophia Seymour about her personal journey with egg freezing, and her documentary, Harvest, which Sophia created about the experience. You'll hear them discuss:…

  21. 52. Dr. Laura Buchinger on Life Satisfaction and The Kids or Childfree Choice

    · 1 h 00 min · S4 E52

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire speaks with lifespan psychologist and post-doctoral researcher, Dr. Laura Buchinger, about her latest research on how parents versus childfree people fare in terms of well-being,…

  22. 51. Keltie Maguire on The Other Side of a Decision

    · 29 min · S4 E51

    In this solo episode, host Keltie Maguire answers a listener question about how life looks a few years beyond making her Kids or Childfree choice. Rather than speaking solely from the perspective of being childfree,…

  23. 50. Vasavi Kumar on Finding Your Authentic Voice

    · 51 min · S4 E50 · Explicit

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire speaks with therapist, author, and podcast host, Vasavi Kumar. You'll hear about: • Vasavi's choice to be childfree, and why she says it's the best decision she's ever made. • How…

  24. 49. Dr. Hayley Evers-King on Saying Yes to Parenthood in the Face of Uncertainty

    · 54 min · S4 E49

    In this conversation, Keltie chats with Dr. Hayley Evers-King, a marine scientist and mom of one, about her journey from indecision about parenthood — to ultimately embracing the experience. Hayley and Keltie discuss:…

  25. 48. Monica Cardenas, PhD on Maternal Ambivalence and Apathy

    · 1 h 07 min · S4 E48

    In this conversation, Keltie speaks with writer Monica Cardenas, who shares her journey of being childfree by choice, and her research about maternal ambivalence and apathy. Hear them discuss... • The cultural and…

  26. 47. Brooke Froelich Murray on Outdoor Adventure with Kids

    · 51 min · S4 E47

    The Kids or Childfree Podcast is back with a brand-new season, and we're kicking it off with a conversation with Brooke Froelich Murray — mom, outdoor adventurer, and founder of the outdoor community, WildKind. Hear…

  27. 46. Keltie Maguire on Key Coaching Takeaways During Season 3

    · 41 min · S3 E46

    In this episode, Keltie Maguire discusses some of the key themes and insights that have come up in her private and group coaching sessions during Season 3 of The Kids or Childfree Podcast, as well as episodes from…

  28. 45. Jennifer Flint on The Kids or Childfree Decision as a Spiritual Journey

    · 1 h 19 min · S3 E45

    In this episode, Keltie Maguire interviews Jennifer Flint, a women's empowerment coach and author of 'Wild Egg'. You'll hear about: • Jennifer's journey of choosing a childfree life, her reflections on motherhood, and…

  29. 44. Keltie Maguire on Astrid's Story and Other Thoughts on Motherhood Regret

    · 33 min · S3 E44

    In this episode, host Keltie Maguire reflects on her conversation with Astrid Hurault de Ligney (Episode 42), about the complexities of motherhood and the feelings of regret that can accompany it. This episode touches…

  30. 43. Dr. Jade Sasser on Climate Anxiety and The Kid Question

    · 1 h 02 min · S3 E43

    In this conversation, Keltie interviews author and professor, Dr. Jade Sasser, about her book, 'Climate Anxiety and the Kid Question,' which explores the emotional and mental health impacts of climate change on…

  31. 42. Astrid Hurault de Ligny on When You Regret Becoming a Mom

    · 1 h 26 min · S3 E42

    In this conversation, Keltie speaks with author and mother, Astrid Hurault de Ligny, about the complexities of motherhood, including Astrid's experience of maternal regret. You'll hear... • Astrid's journey from the…

  32. 41. Reena Esmail on Choosing a Creative Childfree Life

    · 1 h 08 min · S3 E41

    This week on the podcast, Keltie speaks with composer, Reena Esmail, about her unique journey to getting clear on her choice to pursue a creative life without kids. You'll hear about: • How Reena knew that the choice…

  33. 40. Becca Rea-Tucker on Abortion and The Kids or Childfree Choice

    · 51 min · S3 E40

    In this conversation, Becca Tucker shares her unique journey as a baker, author, abortion rights advocate, and mom — including how her past abortion is intertwined with her decision to have a child. You'll hear her and…

  34. 39. Rose Diell on Being on the Fence About Kids

    · 1 h 07 min · S3 E39

    In this conversation, Rose Diell discusses her debut novel 'Fledging', which explores the complexities of the decision to have children — plus, we hear Rose's personal experience of being on the fence about kids.…

  35. 38. Angela Accomando on Surviving Domestic Abuse with Kids

    · 1 h 18 min · S3 E38

    In this week's episode, guest Angela Accomando shares the ups and downs of her motherhood journey — a path that has been rooted in resilience, strength, and love. You'll hear about: • The relationship that as Angela…

  36. 37. Rachel Honeyman on When Plans Change

    · 1 h 15 min · S3 E37

    In this conversation, Rachel Honeyman shares her personal Kids or Childfree journey, including how she changed her mind about not wanting kids, the fertility journey that ensued when she decided to pursue motherhood —…

  37. 36. Keltie Maguire on Navigating FOMO

    · 35 min · S3 E36

    In this solo episode of The Kids or Childfree Podcast, host Keltie Maguire explores the concept of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) as it relates to the decision of having kids or remaining childfree. You'll hear her…

  38. 35. Liz Leedham-Pepin on Becoming a Mom Through Adoption

    · 1 h 16 min · S3 E35

    In this conversation, Keltie speaks with Liz Leedham-Pepin, who shares her powerful journey to motherhood through adoption. You'll hear Liz and Keltie discuss: • Liz's lifelong dreams of motherhood, and the emotional…

  39. 34. Kate Brightwell on Being Childfree at Work

    · 1 h 19 min · S3 E34

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire and Kate Brightwell explore the complexities of choosing a childfree life, including what it means to be a childfree woman in the workplace. You'll hear Keltie and Kate discuss: •…

  40. 33. Katie Bryan on Solo Motherhood By Choice

    · 1 h 29 min · S3 E33

    In this episode, Keltie chats with coach and The Single Greatest Choice podcast host, Katie Bryan, about her journey of choosing to have a child on her own. You'll hear them discuss: • The complexities of deciding…

  41. 32. Jackie Shannon Hollis on My Childless Love Story

    · 1 h 08 min · S3 E32

    In this episode, Keltie speaks with writer and author, Jackie Shannon Hollis, about what happens when you fall in love with a man who doesn't want children, joyfully commit to a life together...and then begin longing…

  42. 31. Keltie Maguire on Season Two's Top Takeaways

    · 55 min · S2 E31

    In this episode, Keltie reflects on the insights and takeaways from the second season of The Kids or Childfree podcast. -- Subscribe, rate, and review The Kids or Childfree Podcast if you love what you're hearing! You…

  43. 30. Nicole Louie on Others Like Me

    · 1 h 00 min · S2 E30

    In this conversation, Keltie interviews Nicole Louie: writer, translator, and author of the brand-new book, Others Like Me: The Lives of Women Without Children. You'll hear them discuss: • Nicole's experience of not…

  44. 29. Merle Bombardieri, MSW, LICSW on Navigating The Baby Decision

    · 1 h 17 min · S2 E29

    In this conversation, Keltie interviews her colleague and mentor, Merle Bombardieri — author of The Baby Decision, clinical social worker, and parent decision coach — about the decision to have or not have children.…

  45. 28. Alice Greczyn on Grieving the Path Not Chosen

    · 1 h 18 min · S2 E28

    In this conversation, Keltie speaks with author, actress, and model, Alice Grecyzn, about Alice's decision to be childfree, and the ups and downs she has faced along the way to making this choice. You'll hear them…

  46. 27. Dr. Natasha Ghosh on Finding the Kids or Childfree Answer Within

    · 50 min · S2 E27

    In this conversation, Keltie Maguire interviews Dr. Natasha Ghosh, a therapist and coach, about her journey into motherhood and the decision to have children. You'll hear them discuss: • The mixed emotions and…

  47. 26. Katy Seppi on Being Childfree Not by Choice

    · 1 h 19 min · S2 E26

    In this episode, The Childless Collective online community host, Katy Seppi, shares her journey of infertility and becoming childfree not by choice. You'll hear her and Keltie discuss: • Katy's personal experience…

  48. 25. Roamaroo's Collette & Scott Stohler on Seeing the World With a Kid

    · 1 h 02 min · S2 E25

    Travel journalists and long-time couple, Scott and Collette Stohler, share their journey of deciding to have a child and how it's impacted their adventurous lifestyle. You'll hear them and Keltie discuss: • Why having…

  49. 24. Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP on Childfree Wealth & Legacy

    · 53 min · S2 E24

    In this episode, Dr. Jay Zigmont, a childfree wealth expert, shares his experiences as a childfree man, alongside the challenges and opportunities for childfree people when it comes to their financial and life…

  50. 23. Amanda E. White, LPC on Lessons from a Former Fence Sitter

    · 52 min · S2 E23

    Therapist, mother, and founder of the popular @therapyforwomen Instagram account, Amanda E. White, shares her personal experience of being on the fence about having kids — and how she arrived her her decision to become…

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