Show Notes
TW: This episode contains discussions about fertility, pregnancy, family planning, and the emotional complexities of deciding whether or not to have children. If these topics are difficult for you right now, please take care while listening.
In this honest and deeply personal conversation, Neets and Jaz unpack the uncertainty that so many people quietly carry. From the fairytale version of parenthood we imagined as kids to the very real fears of "What if I decide I do want children... and then I can't?", they explore the emotional tug-of-war that comes with not having all the answers.
Is the grass always greener? Is there ever a "right" decision? Together, they sit with the highs, the lows, the grief, the freedom, and the beauty that can all exist at the same time.
Whether you've always known you wanted children, never have, or are somewhere in the messy middle, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone in asking the big questions.
Got a question that’s keeping you up at night? Head to our instagram page and tell us about it. We want to talk about it!
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