Impact of Mother's Experience on Becoming a Mother

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A person's experience as a mother can significantly influence their feelings about becoming a mother themselves. Many women who had challenging relationships with their mothers expressed concerns about recreating similar dynamics with their own children. This aspect is often overlooked but plays a crucial role in decision-making. Additionally, societal issues such as lack of free healthcare, childcare, and paid paternity leave in the United States also influence individuals' practical considerations about taking on the role of a mother.

Ruby Warrington joins us to discuss the often overlooked experiences of women who do not have children - by choice or circumstance.

How the deeply ingrained belief that womanhood is synonymous with motherhood can be a tool to suppress women's sexuality and autonomy.

The reasons women may choose to be child-free – and the myriad ways women can define their lives and identities outside of motherhood; and

Why we need community and conversation for everyone on the motherhood spectrum.

For the episode referenced by our Pod Squader, check out: 44. Gabrielle Union: Infertility, Bonus Parents & Free Families.

About Ruby:

Ruby Warrington is a British-born author, editor, podcaster, and the founder of Numinous Books. She is the author of Women Without Kids: The Revolutionary Rise of an Unsung Sisterhood. Recognized as a true thought leader, Ruby has the unique ability to identify issues that are destined to become part of the cultural narrative. Her previous books include Material Girl, Mystical World; Sober Curious; and The Sober Curious Reset, and her work has been featured in global outlets, including the New York Times, The Guardian, and Good Morning America. She lives in Miami.

IG: @rubywarrington

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