Women who are childless not by choice often face endless stereotypes and judgments. A recent example of this was when a politician made hurtful remarks regarding childless women. The negative and hurtful reactions to this comment highlighted the ongoing challenges these women face.

In this episode, my main goal is to start conversations with women without children in a safe and supportive environment. I encourage everyone to seek out a support system and invite you to join my free support group. It’s a safe place where you can express yourself and feel connected, rather than feeling like an outsider.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• No one else is in your shoes, so don’t judge yourself by what society thinks.

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Steps to Overcome Self Doubt and Feel Worthy When Being Childless Isn't by Choice Guide

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People use various terms to describe childlessness because no single term resonates with everyone. In this episode, we explore the term "childless by circumstance" and the many different situations that can lead to this beyond infertility.

It's essential to recognize that pain is valid, no matter the cause of childlessness. It is critical to acknowledge your own experience without comparing your journey to others. I encourage women listening to find a supportive community as they navigate this challenging and unique journey. Tune in to learn about my safe, supportive and free community!

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Childlessness that's unwanted can happen for a multitude of reasons that are not due to infertility.

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Steps to Overcome Self Doubt and Feel Worthy When Being Childless Isn't by Choice Guide

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We hear about triggers all the time, but what are they really and how can we effectively manage our responses to them? In this episode, we explore effective strategies for dealing with unavoidable emotional triggers. We also discuss what are some common triggers that women who are childless not by choice face. 

One important way to manage triggers is to set both emotional and physical boundaries. It’s okay to refrain from certain social situations that may cause you deep pain. The approach I suggest is about managing and not avoiding triggers to protect your emotional well-being.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• A trigger is anything that evokes a strong emotional response.

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Steps to Overcome Self Doubt and Feel Worthy When Being Childless Isn't by Choice Guide

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Today, we are honored to welcome Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, a dear friend of mine and a Physician turned relationship and intimacy coach. After spending twelve years in medicine helping others heal their bodies, Alexandra chose to study the science and art of emotional and sensual connection to help her patients heal their relationships.

In our conversation, we explore the significance of prioritizing the relationship with ourselves. We discuss how the relationship we have with ourselves is the most crucial and influences all other relationships. Dr. Alexandra also shares valuable insights on how to navigate childlessness with our partners and offers strategies to maintain connection even in challenging circumstances.

Uncompromising Intimacy by Alexandra Stockwell, MD

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Self-love can be a challenging concept for women today, particularly for those who are childless not by choice. Societal pressure to become parents can make it difficult to recognize one's self-worth. However, it's crucial to understand that your worth isn't defined by whether or not you are a parent. 

In this discussion, I explore three fundamental components of self-love: self-acceptance, self-compassion, and self-care. Additionally, I provide five practical steps to help you rediscover self-love. Tune in to learn how to navigate these complex emotions and reclaim your sense of worth.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Your healing cannot begin until you find self-love.

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Today’s discussion centers on the concept of acceptance for women who are childless not by choice. I share my personal journey of redefining acceptance, explaining that it doesn’t mean giving up, but rather acknowledging your reality with self-compassion and honesty.

Through acceptance, you can discover new meaning and dreams beyond motherhood. This path allows you to find inner peace and a new purpose in life. Although this journey to acceptance is painful and far from easy, it ultimately helps you move forward and heal. Tune in to learn how to shift your focus from what you don’t have to what you do have.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Part of accepting childlessness means acknowledging your reality with honesty and compassion for yourself.

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Just like with many aspects of life, having too much of a good thing can be detrimental. This applies to positivity as well, often referred to as toxic positivity. Today we are exploring this concept and its impact on women who are childless not by choice. Excessively positive statements can minimize grief, create isolation, and hinder emotional healing.

I offer listeners tips on identifying and managing toxic positivity, both for those who are childless and for those seeking to support a family member or friend. It is important to acknowledge pain, set boundaries, and validate emotions to provide genuine support and facilitate healing.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• There comes a point when too much positivity can become harmful. 

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Many of us feel uneasy or anxious about visiting the doctor, but this discomfort is often worsened by the insensitivity and lack of awareness about involuntary childlessness. Today, we will be discussing some personal experiences and observations of how women without children encounter insensitivity and misconceptions from healthcare providers.

Unfortunately there is a significant lack of understanding within the medical community about the emotional and physical impacts of infertility and pregnancy loss. I am offering a few tips for childless women on how to advocate for themselves in medical settings. There is an immense need for healthcare workers to show empathy and sensitivity when discussing reproductive status.

Key Episode Takeaways:

Steps to Overcome Self Doubt and Feel Worthy When Being Childless Isn't by Choice Guide

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In this episode of Childless and Moving Onward, I delve into the social exclusion faced by childless women, sharing my own personal experiences. Childless women frequently find themselves treated as outsiders in both social and professional settings, leading to feelings of isolation and judgment.

The pervasive societal belief that motherhood is integral to womanhood often results in childless women feeling inadequate. Part of this is due to the fact that many social gathering discussions are often centered around motherhood. I provide some tips to help combat these feelings of isolation.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Feelings of isolation and inadequacy are common in women who are childless not by choice.

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Today we are discussing the tendency people have to ask intrusive and personal questions about women’s fertility status. Such questions can cause people significant pain and awkwardness. Often, people asking these questions are completely oblivious to the discomfort they are causing.

Questions like this cross personal boundaries in so many ways. Therefore, I am giving you some tips and strategies for handling intrusive questions when they arise. One of these tips is setting boundaries and communicating those boundaries to others. I also encourage those who ask such questions  to reflect on their impact and urge you to consider more meaningful and considerate conversations.

Key Episode Takeaways:

• Asking about someone's fertility status is never ok!

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