From the founder of the Childfree Network, a national support group for childless adults, comes this insightful exploration of the pros and cons of parenting and not-parenting, filled with anecdotes, interviews, and statistics.
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Lafayette, the founder of the ChildFree Network, a national support group for childless adults, here offers an insightful exploration of parenting?and not parenting. The book is filled to the binding with questions, answers, interviews, and anecdotes for those deciding whether or not to have children. Importantly, the male as well as the female perspective is examined. But perhaps the book's most impressive quality is the writing. At just the right times, Lafayette is refreshingly lighthearted and humorous, while at others she knows how to drive home a point. All of these qualities combine to create a thoroughly enjoyable reading experience out of an important topic. Highly recommended for psychology/self-help collections.?Marty D. Evensvold, Magnolia P.L., Tex.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
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A much needed book about an important decision,
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This review is from: Why Don't You Have Kids?: Living a Full Life Without Parenthood (Hardcover)
WDYHK is a book that covers the pros and cons of parenting and non-parenting. Should be required reading for all people of reproducing age. The facts of the villainization and pressure on those who willingly chose to not reproduce are frightening. I found this book a fantastic support for the subject that is not often discussed or even thought of.....that biology is no longer destiny, and parenting is a choice that should be taken seriously.
17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
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If you are infertile this book is for you!,
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This review is from: Why Don't You Have Kids?: Living a Full Life Without Parenthood (Hardcover)
Having survived 10 years of infertility treatments and the social ostracism, the financial burden, the emotional scarring that come with it I wholeheartedly recommend this book. If you are beyond the treatment stage and are beginning to look at adoption vs living childfree you need to read this book. The author doesn't gloss over anything. She doesn't use flowery phrases or give pat answers. If you want to really think about your decision, this book is for you!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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The best book on the market about childfree living,
By A happy customer (Cleveland, OH USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Why Don't You Have Kids?: Living a Full Life Without Parenthood (Hardcover)
This book is a must for anyone who chooses not to have kids, and is looking for support in their decision. It's easy to read and interesting. I highly recommend it. It was well worth the price! :)
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