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Not Less March 12, 2025 Challenging Stigmas

Childfree Not By Choice: Why the Term Matters More Than Ever

The word childless carries a heavy, painful weight—one that suggests something is missing, that a woman without children is defined by what she lacks rather than who she is. But for those of us who…

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My name is Stephanie, and if life didn’t go as planned, you are not less. Your story still matters—and if you need someone who truly gets it, I’m here.

I split my time between North Carolina and Paris with my husband, Michel, and our two dogs, YaYa and ZZ. I’m a stepmom, traveler, and storyteller. I advocate for shifting the language—from “childless” to "Childfree Not by Choice"—to reflect the strength and resilience behind this path.

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