How do I know if I ACTUALLY want kids?

from KICPod · host LiSTNR

On this episode of the KICPOD, Steph and Laura spoke to journalist and published author Gina Rushton. After being faced with the decision about whether she herself wanted children, Gina was inspired to investigate why we now feel so unsure of whether we want to become parents.This discussion reveals the modern complex considerations that people, in particular women now face when deciding on whether they want to bring a child into the world. From navigating the relationship with yourself and your personal circumstances to the wider issues of climate change and inflation, it’s no wonder that we are now thinking long and hard about the decision to have a child.We hope that this episode brings comfort to those unsure of whether parenthood is for them and to remind you that it’s totally normal, valid and justified to be confused about what your future might hold when it comes to parenthood.Gina's first book The Most Important Job in the World is out now. SPECIAL GUEST:Gina Rushton SPECIAL SHARES:Steph - The VoiceLaura - A reminder about how wonderful public transport is KIC UPDATES:We celebrated World Pilates Day. Sign up to KIC at www.keepitcleaner.com.au to sign up and try our pilates today.P.s. Stay tuned for an exciting new workout style to hit the KIC app very soon. SPONSOR SHOUTOUT:Shop La Roche-Posay’s range of skincare at www.laroche-posay.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On this episode of the KICPOD, Steph and Laura spoke to journalist and published author Gina Rushton. After being faced with the decision about whether she herself wanted children, Gina was inspired to investigate why we now feel so unsure of whether we want to become parents. This discussion reveals the modern complex considerations that people, in particular women now face when deciding on whether they want to bring a child into the world. From navigating the relationship with yourself and your personal circumstances to the wider issues of climate change and inflation, it’s no wonder that we are now thinking long and hard about the decision to have a child. We hope that this episode brings comfort to those unsure of whether parenthood is for them and to remind you that it’s totally normal, valid and justified to be confused about what your future might hold when it comes to parenthood. Gina's first book The Most Important Job in the World is out now: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-most-important-job-in-the-world-gina-rushton/book/9781760984069.html SPECIAL GUEST: Gina Rushton SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - The Voice Laura - A reminder about how wonderful public transport is KIC UPDATES: We celebrated World Pilates Day. Sign up to KIC at www.keepitcleaner.com.au to sign up and try our pilates today. P.s. Stay tuned for an exciting new workout style to hit the KIC app very soon. SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: Shop La Roche-Posay’s range of skincare at www.laroche-posay.com.au