A term used to describe those who have made the conscious decision to avoid having children; the child-free community is comprised of a host of active forums and informative websites. Those looking to learn about the goals of the child-free lifestyle and meet like-minded individuals should take the time to look around the web for sites that fit their interests. There is no shortage of websites catering to those without children, but as with any social circle, not all sites are for all individuals.
Child-Free Websites: Happily Childfree
Happily Childfree is a website that caters to the needs of all individuals choosing not to have children. With a popular rants journal where the author, Phoena, talks about sensitive child-free issues in a candid way, Happily Childfree boasts a whole host of informative pages for the community.
Pages include information about the child-free lifestyle and what it means to live without children, the movement's goals, information about social groups, a list of doctors that provide sterilization, adult only vacation destinations, a reading list and lexicon. Check out Happily Childfree and be sure to stop by its popular Facebook page and gather with like-minded people.
Information: Childfree.net
Childfree.net is a website maintained by a childless by choice group whose goal is to bring information to the community in a neutral way. Site features include a list of child-free sites, a books page and a mailing list for further information.
Social Groups: No Kidding!
No Kidding! is an international social club for adults without children. With chapters in many major cities around the world, Its goal is to bring like-minded individuals together. No Kidding! chapters host parties and get-togethers for local members. The website includes a list of searchable chapters, a links and FAQ page, and information about upcoming conventions. Those looking to meet up with child-free people in their area should check for a local chapter and get social!
Child-Free Blogging: Like It Is
Like It Is is a blog run by and for the child-free. Written by BritGirl, the Like It Is site speaks honestly about issues important to people without children. The site's commenters at are social and friendly, but opinionated, and the site’s author makes every effort to keep it updated and include commenters in the blog community. In addition to a blog, Like It Is offers a blogroll, wisdom and quotes pages, and a market place.
Other Sites for Those Childless by Choice
There are a plethora of amazing websites that cater to the childless. From blogs to full-featured websites with community, online resources for those choosing not to have children abound. Check out these great sites:
- Child-free Pet Parents
- Purple Woman & Friends
- Child-freeOnline (Twitter)
- The Child-free Life
- Unscripted: The Child-free Life
- The Childless by Choice Project
Searching the web for these sites, and others is a simple, worthwhile endeavor for those individuals interested in looking for other, like-minded folks to share their interests.
Kristyn Hammond - A freelance professional since 2007, Kristyn Hammond has both her BA & MA in English from Tarleton State University in Stephenville, TX.
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