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50 Things to Know About Being Childfree by Choice: A Guide for Understanding and Acceptance (50 Things to Know Joy) Paperback – May 25, 2021

by Kelly Hawkins (Author), 50 Things to Know (Author)
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Do you hear silence instead of the hands of the mythical biological clock ticking? Does your heart flutter faster when you see a puppy than it does when you see a tiny human? Do you break into a cold sweat when you receive a baby shower or child’s birthday invitation? If you answered yes to any of these questions then this book is for you...50 Things to Know about Being Childfree by Choice, by Kelly Hawkins, offers a candid and humorous description of why she and several other women she interviewed have chosen not to have children. Most books on being childfree tell you about how it is an atypical decision. Although there's nothing wrong with that, and the decision is still not the norm, the number of women and couples that are choosing to lead a life without kids is on the rise. In fact, it is becoming what some would consider a movement. In these pages you'll discover the various personal experiences, alternative priorities, fears, and challenges that have led the author and some of her closest family and friends to pursue paths other than motherhood. This book will help you understand that being a mom is not a role that every woman desires to play. By the time you finish this book, you will know why it can sometimes feel lonely as a childfree woman, but will discover that if you too have felt this way, you have a larger support network than you may think. So grab YOUR copy today. You'll be glad you did.
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This is a great read for those of us have knew from a very early age we did not want to have children. This book is a good tool to share with friends who do not understand why we choose not to have children. -Beverly S. Moore

I read three other CFBC books before finding this one, and thus has to be my top
2 favorite one. This book does such an amazing job at outlining everything you wouldn't think of. I honestly want my husband to read this just so she can understand parts of my thoughts too. You need this book fast read but amazing. Seriously. -ABM24

10/10 recommend. -BLG
Such a great read for everyone- child- free or not! Offers a great perspective into why so many increasing amounts of women are choosing not to have children. The author made so many points which really resonated. Would absolutely recommend giving it a read. -Lexie
As a woman with no children, I found this book to be very relevant to my life choice. The author uses a mixture of humor, common sense and facts to present her opinions about what living child free by choice truly means. Well-written and truly applicable in today's society. -Amazon Customer

A wonderful read! I've debated for YEARS if I ever want to become a teacher and now being in college I'm debating more than I ever have! This book helped provide an insight into the teaching world that I never saw or knew about as a student. It was very informative and inspiring. I feel more interested in potentially becoming a teacher now, especially an English teacher. If you are someone that is becoming a teacher or thinking about it then I highly recommend giving this book a read as it covers a lot of aspects about what it's like to be a teacher and answers questions you may have or may have not even thought about yet. The book also arrived very fast and in perfect quality! -Devin

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B095J6YLCW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (May 25, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 105 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8509457692
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.99 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.24 x 8 inches
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    50 Things to Know. What Do You Want to Know?

    50 tips from people who just did what you want to do.

    My name is Lisa Rusczyk Ed. D. I started the 50 Things to Know Book series with the book "50 Things to Know Before Having a Baby". I had so much trouble with pregnancy and the first year that I wanted to help others in a concise way. Now, I find people to write 50 tips about topics they are passionate about. There are now over 500 books in the series. Hopefully reading the experiences of the authors will help you in your journey.

    I reside in Pennsylvania with my supportive husband and two children. I love using my Doctorate in Educational Leadership while being a stay at home Mom to help others learn around the world.

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    I have worked in education for twenty-two years, teaching students of various grade levels and academic abilities. For the last nineteen I have been a high school English teacher. I have always wanted to write a book, so when the opportunity arose, I jumped at it. I hope by sharing my experiences as a teacher I can help others, especially those just entering this amazing, rewarding, but extremely challenging profession.

    I am excited to continue working on my own writing, book narration, and voice over projects in the near future.

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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent read!
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2021
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Excellent read for anyone but mainly targets to those who can relate to the overall purpose of this author's message. This book discusses perspective, understanding, relatedness and comforts those that may feel impelled to steer away from their feelings of being child free due to "society norms". Great plane ride, car ride, lunch break or any environmental kind of read. The book is short, sweet and very much to it's message's point.
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Russ M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Hits every nail on the head and then some!
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2021
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This book is a pleasure to read, not only because it's so well-written, funny, and brilliant, but because she's 110% RIGHT! There are many child-bearing people with their noses undeservedly up in the air that need to give this a read. Kelly has compiled so many excellent points and reasons as to why some women opt not to reproduce, and done so in a fabulously organized and nicely-flowing manner. Buy it already and share the wealth of knowledge!
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Isabel Saenz
4.0 out of 5 stars Lots of Information & very informative
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2021
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This book touched upon some of the major reasons why I choose to be child free, such as mental health concerns, finances, and lack of maternal instinct. There are a multitude of reasons why a person chooses to be child free. This book neatly summarizes each reason and provides an example or two of real world experiences and encounters. Each portion is well described and succinct for each reason.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Childfree by choice women - GET THIS BOOK
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2022
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I read three other CFBC books before finding this one, and thus has to be my top
2 favorite one. This book does such an amazing job at outlining everything you wouldn’t think of. I honestly want my husband to read this just so she can understand parts of my thoughts too. You need this book fast read but amazing. Seriously.
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beverly s. moore
5.0 out of 5 stars Affirmation for those of us who choose not to become mothers.
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2022
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This is a great read for those of us have knew from a very early age we did not want to have children. This book is a good tool to share with friends who do not understand why we choose not to have children.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2021
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As a woman with no children, I found this book to be very relevant to my life choice. The author uses a mixture of humor, common sense and facts to present her opinions about what living child free by choice truly means. Well-written and truly applicable in today’s society.
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Lexie
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2021
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Such a great read for everyone- child- free or not! Offers a great perspective into why so many increasing amounts of women are choosing not to have children. The author made so many points which really resonated. Would absolutely recommend giving it a read.
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Pavan
2.0 out of 5 stars Justifications for people who have already made the decision to be childfree
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2023
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The title suggests that it's an unbiased view about the choice. The book is anything but that. My wife got this either wanting to just affirm her decision about it or didn't see the first review on this book which said "reaffirmation". I personally would like the author to be a little more honest in the title.
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