"Even in the 21st century, choosing to remain child-free - especially as a married couple - is still perceived as 'taboo.' Many factors could be behind a couple's decision not to have children, from financial reasons to health concerns."
"As a friend group ages, a child-free member's life may have room for more spontaneous moments, whereas those with children usually follow a structured routine. This lifestyle difference can lead to rifts forming in long-term friendships."
"This was the case for redditor, wisespender - a child-free woman - who recently opened up about an argument that arose when she didn't want to babysit her best friends' kids while on a group vacation."
"The only thing that made me uncomfortable was that whenever I ordered a drink (a cocktail before dinner or a glass of wine) my friends often made comments about how I must be enjoying my freedom as a child-free woman, which felt patronizing."
#child-free-lifestyle #friendship-dynamics #parenting-choices #social-perceptions #lifestyle-differences
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