38. Embracing a Child-Free Life: Kristin Lawson's Journey

In this insightful episode, hosts Beth and Bea engage in a heartfelt conversation with Kristin Lawson. Kristin opens up about her experiences and challenges living as a child-free woman, navigating societal expectations, and making choices true to herself. With personal stories, including her battle with cervical cancer and the decision to undergo a radical hysterectomy, Kristin shares her journey of empowerment and self-discovery. This discussion sheds light on the importance of understanding, acceptance, and the freedom of making life choices that align with one's truth. Join the conversation and explore the nuances of living a fulfilled, child-free life. ABOUT KRISTIN: Kristin’s Instagram handle is @knl.creations We Are Childfree - https://wearechildfree.com/ We are Childfree Instagram handle is @wearechildfree_ Stats on Americans without children - https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2024/07/25/the-experiences-of-u-s-adults-who-dont-have-children/ Childfree History Museum - https://childfreehistory.com/ CONTACT US AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: Many thanks to Anthony Church, who composed the music featured in Season 3. Please check out his content here: linktr.ee/anthonychurchmusic. Our Book Recommendations:  The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk The Deepest Well, by Nadine Burke Harris, MD It Didn't Start with You, by Mark Wolynn Walking the Tiger: Healing Trauma, by Peter A. Levine I'll Have What She's Having, by Chelsea Handler Engage with Beth Butram on social media:      Instagram: instagram.com/podcastsbybeth      YouTube: youtube.com/@PodcastsByBeth Read the FREE weekly blog and connect on Substack: substack.com/@bethbutram Want to help keep this podcast thriving? Buy host Beth Butram a coffee at ko-fi.com/bethpodcast. Never required but always appreciated!  Finally, check out Affirmations and Micro-Meditations, a moment of calm podcast, available on most podcasting platforms, or use this link:  spreaker.com/podcast/affirmations-and-micro-meditations--6793204  NEED HELP? Support is available if life is getting too hard to bear. If you feel you may harm yourself or others, please seek help immediately: Visit your local hospital emergency room. Call 9-8-8. Visit 988lifeline.org and access the online chat feature.