<p>In this heartfelt episode of <em>Unpacked and Detangled</em>, Ron Love explores the grief, pressure, and emotional complexity of wanting children but facing barriers to parenthood. From societal expectations to queer-specific challenges and the unexpected joys of a childfree life, this conversation holds space for healing, reflection, and reimagining legacy.</p>

In this heartfelt episode of Unpacked and Detangled, Ron Love explores the grief, pressure, and emotional complexity of wanting children but facing barriers to parenthood. From societal expectations to queer-specific challenges and the unexpected joys of a childfree life, this conversation holds space for healing, reflection, and reimagining legacy.

When Parenthood Isn’t an Option: Grief, Growth, and Building a Life Without Children

There’s no guide for how to make it through life. Many of us thought that going to college and following the career checklist would put our lives on that straight path. But no one really gave us the guide to many of the obstacles we face as adults? For example, what to do when we have difficulties in our friendships, relationships, and jobs. We were never told that growing hurts. Therapists, Dr. Ronald Love and Dr. Deonna Kitwana unpack and detangle some of life's struggles and provides tips and support on how to navigate life.

Instagram - @UnpackedandDetangled; @dr.ronlove @dr.k_psyd

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There’s no guide for how to make it through life. Many of us thought that going to college and following the career checklist would put our lives on that straight path. But no one really gave us the guide to many of the obstacles we face as adults? For example, what to do when we have difficulties in our friendships, relationships, and jobs. We were never told that growing hurts. Therapists, Dr. Ronald Love and Dr. Deonna Kitwana unpack and detangle some of life's struggles and provides tips and support on how to navigate life. Instagram - @UnpackedandDetangled; @dr.ronlove @dr.k_psyd

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