The Child-Free Choice

This chapter explores the growing trend of adults in the U.S. choosing to remain child-free, as highlighted by a 2021 Pew Research Center survey. It delves into societal pressures, personal agency, and the liberating aspects of a child-free lifestyle, featuring insights from individuals who have embraced this decision. The chapter also emphasizes the financial flexibility and fulfillment that can arise from choosing not to have children.