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The Kids or Childfree Podcast

Keltie Maguire
Motherhood
Parenthood
Parenting
Childfree Lifestyle
Mental Health
Childfree Choice
Childfree Decision
Personal Growth
Childfree
Societal Expectations
Relationships
Decision Making
Adoption
Parenting Challenges
Therapy
Kids Or Childfree Decision
Reproductive Rights
Family Dynamics
Ambivalence
Childfree Living

Should I have kids? If you're on the fence about whether or not to have kids, this is your podcast. Each week, host and Clarity Coach, Keltie Maguire, will interview a wide-ranging host of different voices — from best-selling authors to outdoor adventurers to health experts — about their personal Kids or Childfree decision and the topics that run alongside this choice. From new and long-time moms ... more

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In this wrap-up episode of Season 8 of the podcast, Keltie is interviewed by her marketing assistant, Nicole. Tune in to hear them talk about Season 8 highlights, what else is happening with Kids or Childfree, and some fun and personal stuff about Ke... more

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In this episode, Keltie is chatting with couples therapist, Elizabeth Earnshaw (a.k.a. @lizlistens on social media) all about how couples can discuss and navigate the choice to have — or not have — kids. Liz shares:

• How to start and have convers... more

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In this conversation, Keltie is speaking with executive coach, career counsellor, and international speaker, Helen Krug von Nida about her brand-new book, Closing the Fulfillment Gap, as well as Helen's personal decision to remain childfree. You'll h... more

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"What if my partner and I want different things?" — that's the question we're tabling in this episode of the podcast. If you and your partner are at different ends of the Kids or Childfree decision spectrum, or one of you is clear, and the other is o... more

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Recent Guests

Elizabeth Earnshaw
Licensed marriage and family therapist, author of I Want This To Work Until Stress Do Us Part
A Better Life Therapy / The Intensive Couples Therapy Institute
Episode: 118. Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT on Navigating the Kids or Childfree Choice as a Couple
Helen Krug von Nidda
Executive coach, licensed career counselor, international speaker, author
Independent author and coach
Episode: 117. Helen Krug von Nidda on Closing the Fulfillment Gap
Maddy Lettuce
Childfree content creator and writer based in New Hampshire; author-to-be of Opting Out
Who's Your Maddy (TikTok)
Episode: 115. Maddy Lettuce on Opting Out of Life's Biggest Default Setting
Paula Barnes
Travel creator, podcast host and expat
Truly Expat Travel; Fabulous Expat Podcast
Episode: 114. Paula Barnes on Raising Kids Abroad
Charlie Higgins
Co-founder of DINK Social
DINK Social
Episode: 113. Ali & Charlie Higgins of DINK Social on Connecting Childfree Couples
Ali Higgins
Co-founder of DINK Social
DINK Social
Episode: 113. Ali & Charlie Higgins of DINK Social on Connecting Childfree Couples
Tess Pereira
Pregnant first-time mom, former fence sitter
Independent
Episode: 112. Tess Pereira on Changing Her Mind About Motherhood
Caroline Lee
Death doula, somatic therapist, writer; creator of To Babe or Not To Babe
To Babe or Not To Babe
Episode: 110. Caroline Lee on Birth, Death, Psychedelics, and the Kids or Childfree Choice
Tina Martinez
Food producer and recipe development/food styling expert at Good Housekeeping
Good Housekeeping
Episode: 109. Tina Martinez on Living a Simple Childfree Life

Host

Keltie Maguire
Host of The Kids or Childfree Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 538 ratings
  • Warm, Honest, and Insightful

    Keltie is an exceptionally warm and insightful host who turns every conversation into something intimate, honest, and deeply engaging. She has a rare ability to truly listen, drawing out her guests’ stories with care and curiosity so each episode feels both personal and profoundly human.

    I especially loved the episode featuring my cousin Eleanor and her husband’s journey through IVF, their decision to embrace a childfree life, to becoming dog parents ~ to the unexpected surprise of becoming pre... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    miyeyosh79
    United States2 months ago
  • I felt seen and learned from others

    Keltie does an amazing job of compassionately holding space for all sides of the decision to become a parent or not. She’s a great interviewer and listener. This platform for various perspectives and life experiences is so rich in information. Her podcast and social media contributed to my own decision.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tp2869
    United States2 months ago
  • You are not alone

    I wish I had found this podcast years ago when I started trying to figure out whether I wanted kids. In our culture, it’s uncommon to find honest and diverse testimonies of people who decided to have kids and people who are childfree.

    In this podcast, there are so many stories worth listening to, and while one learns that others share some of one’s experiences, one also gets to understand and gain a deep appreciation for those who pursue different paths.

    I honestly recommend this podcast also t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GerberaVerde17
    United States3 months ago
  • Super helpful and comforting show for all on the fence

    I have listened to nearly all of this podcast and strongly recommend it for anyone who is seeking new and well-rounded perspectives on either childfree life or life with kids. I appreciate Keltie’s style and how she brings in so many people with diverse experiences and perspectives. I always walk away with 1-2 bits that stay with me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kellyalysia
    United States3 months ago
  • A safe space for all

    Despite being childfree herself, I really appreciate Keltie’s ability to stay neutral and explore all sides of this decision with judgement-free curiosity. Some of the other content in this space is heavily one-sided, but this is very clearly a safe space for everyone. Thanks Keltie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wildrose419
    Australia3 months ago

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The host's interviewing style is engaging and deeply insightful for fencesitters.
Listeners praise thoughtful, compassionate handling of sensitive topics.
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114. Paula Barnes on Raising Kids Abroad
Q: What were the hardest and easiest parts of parenting across multiple countries, including boarding school decisions?
Hardest included the emotional toll of separation and missing family; easiest involved seeing their children become worldly and adaptable through exposure to diverse cultures.
114. Paula Barnes on Raising Kids Abroad
Q: How did you build a community when you didn't speak the local language and had limited connectivity?
They relied on the English-speaking school network and a helpful taxi driver who became a local ally, which helped them form connections and stabilize their everyday life.
114. Paula Barnes on Raising Kids Abroad
Q: What prompted you to uproot your family's life and move to Taiwan initially?
Her husband received a six-month transfer offer, and they decided to take the adventure, treating it as a temporary relocation that could be reassessed when the kids finished the school year.
111. Caroline of @elsewherewithcare on Becoming Confidently Childfree
Q: How did the Confidently Childfree group influence your decision and confidence?
The group gave me community, validation, and practical steps to solidify my choice. It helped me feel understood, less alone, and provided a framework to articulate my decision to others, including my husband and family.
111. Caroline of @elsewherewithcare on Becoming Confidently Childfree
Q: What role did social pressure from friends and family play, and how did you navigate it?
Social pressure was intense, especially as many close friends became moms. I had to set boundaries, communicate my needs (like receiving pregnancy announcements by text), and gradually explain that my happiness and fulfillment could come without parenting. Finishing this process with the support of loved ones was crucial.

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What is The Kids or Childfree Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the kids-or-childfree decision, hosting a wide range of guests—from therapists and coaches to content creators and parents—to explore what it means to choose parenthood or not. Episodes typically probe personal journeys, relationship dynamics, societal expectations, fertility journeys, and practical decision-making strategies, often including tools, prompts, and resources to help listeners gain clarity. A notable strength is the balanced, empathetic approach that invites multiple perspectives, making it a helpful resource for fencesitters and those aiding clients or audiences through similar life decisions. The show stands out for its structured, thoughtful interview style, deep dives into emotional and logistical aspect... more

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1. Elizabeth Earnshaw
2. Helen Krug von Nidda
3. Maddy Lettuce
4. Paula Barnes
5. Charlie Higgins
6. Ali Higgins
7. Tess Pereira
8. Caroline Lee

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