53: Childfree by Choice

Having a kid is a massive decision. But does it need to be? We bring on Chelsea Fagan of The Financial Diet to break down the realities of being child-free by choice. Let's discuss this and more in this week's episode of Money Feels!We're your hosts, Alyssa and Bridget. Welcome to the podcast, where we talk through our money trauma and create a better understanding of building a healthy relationship with finance.In today's episode, we discuss the following?Chelsea's story and how she chose to be childfreeThe reality of being a primary caregiverParenting as a single personThe idea of 'fulfilment' and having kidsWhat dominates your identity?The downsides of being childfree: friendships and the rich aunty tropeYou can still be involved with children without having themInfertility and the for-profit industry rallying for biological kidsThe idea of 'selfishness' in not having childrenResources:Chelsea's InstagramChelsea's BookThanks for listening to our first episode of a new season! If you want bonus episodes and more, you can join our Patreon! Until then, follow us on Instagram @mixedupmoney, @bridgiecasey and @moneyfeelspodcast, and we’ll see you next time!