Childless And Moving Onward

Hush the 'At Leasts': the Battle of Childlessness and Unwanted Advice


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Exploring the harmful impact of 'at least' statements on women who are childless not by choice. In this episode, Host Gail Miller explains how these well-meaning but misguided attempts at comfort dismiss and trivialize people's pain.

Tune in to learn better ways to validate and support those experiencing pain without minimizing their feelings. Gail advocates for genuine empathy and support for women in times of pain. 

Key Episode Takeaways:

  • “At least” statements are often well-intentioned but can come across as toxic positivity.
  • Why the “at least” statements are a problem.
  • How to help those who are feeling the pain of childlessness.
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