- Paperback: 288 pages
- Publisher: VISION Paperbacks (28 April 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1904132634
- ISBN-13: 978-1904132639
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 13.4 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 283,905 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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We live in a child-centred society. Women, no matter how high-achieving in other areas, are pitied and patronised if they are childless, and condemned as selfish if this is by choice. However, large numbers of women are enjoying their hard-won independence, and are reluctant to give it all up to become slaves to their children. And many men feel the same way. "Childfree and Loving It!" is a broad, definitive exploration of non-parenthood, challengng the myths of parenthood and boldly proclaiming the joys of a childfree life. Nick Defago explores population growth and the environment, workplace policies and consumerism, and interviews those who have chosen not to have children as well as the honest parents who wish they hadn't. If you've ever questioned the need for children or sighed with relief that you don't have any - then this is the book for you.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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I would hate to have to explain all of the reasons that have collected to form my decision to remain Childfree. Maybe I should just hand out copies of this book... But everyone has a unique life-experience, and a book can only ever go 'so far'. Still, this is an even-handed, well written, often amusing and daringly honest book. We've waited too long for acknowledgement that we Childfree women are not freaks. There are millions of us and at last we are being represented.
A brilliant and much needed antidote to all the Pro-baby naggings so many of us silently and politely endure. Thank you Ms Defago.
A brilliant and much needed antidote to all the Pro-baby naggings so many of us silently and politely endure. Thank you Ms Defago.
43 of 47 people found the following review helpful
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I've never written a review before, but I just had to for this book. It is brilliant! Like the author, I have searched for books on 'making your mind up' only to be faced with hundreds on pregnancy and nothing on how the hell to make such an important decision in the first place. This book fills this gap brilliantly. The tone is warm and engaging, it's extremely well and intelligently written. It's not about telling you NOT to have children, it's about CHOICE, and when you think of parenthood like that, it's hugely enlightening.
This book deals humourously with the comments childfree people get (you're selfish, you'll change your mind etc etc - all of which I've had to bat away in annoyance) and challenges the stigma attached to the choice to remain CF. And it is a stigma - I chose not to read it on the train because I thought I'd get funny or pitying looks and people would assume I was either infertile (and trying to look on the bright side), or a hard faced child-hater (which I'm absolutely not). But I wish I had read it on the train, just to stick two fingers up at everyone and say, look you DO have a choice!
Anyone thinking about having a baby (as well as those of us who simply aren't bothered) should read it. It's too important a decision not to look at both sides of the story.
This book deals humourously with the comments childfree people get (you're selfish, you'll change your mind etc etc - all of which I've had to bat away in annoyance) and challenges the stigma attached to the choice to remain CF. And it is a stigma - I chose not to read it on the train because I thought I'd get funny or pitying looks and people would assume I was either infertile (and trying to look on the bright side), or a hard faced child-hater (which I'm absolutely not). But I wish I had read it on the train, just to stick two fingers up at everyone and say, look you DO have a choice!
Anyone thinking about having a baby (as well as those of us who simply aren't bothered) should read it. It's too important a decision not to look at both sides of the story.
29 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Thank you Nicki Defago for writing this book! I have been thinking about whether or not to have children for sometime now and reading this book has clarified my feelings on the matter.
Having children is a lifelong commitment and everyone should read this book so that they can make an informed decision. A childfree life offers many benefits such as freedom to travel, meet friends for a drink or simply just to spend time reading a book.
Whether or not you decide to have children is an entirely personal decision. But it is really important to remember that you do have a choice and you should be proud of whatever you choose to do.
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Re, the one star review. Thank you for bringing this to my attention, I had no idea there were problems with the Kindle formatting and am looking into it. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Nicki Defago
Kindle edition is a disgrace
I purchased the Kindle edition of this book for a whopping £12.17 and it is a total disgrace. We would not expect to buy a poorly edited printed book so why are we expected to... Read more
Published 6 months ago by J. A. Prevel
THE life-affirming book (for me anyway!)
I bought this book after spending most of my 30's in limbo, feeling fed up with the constant questions from friends and family of when am I going to reproduce? Read more
Published 18 months ago by H. P. Holland
Superb
After making the decision to live life as a family of two, it's so refreshing to read that so many other people think in the same way, and that life isn't just full of those that... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Hauska
My Bible
Each of the other reviewers have covered a huge amount of what I would already like to say during my review. Read more
Published 21 months ago by NDutton
No Need To Feel Like A Weirdo Anymore!
For almost my entire life now, I have been made to feel like some sort of freak just because I choose not to have children. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mr. A. Lanfranchi
Recommended
At 51 years of age I can safely say I have never wanted children. I have always known this and never regretted it for an instant. Read more
Published on 12 Feb 2009 by Berenice Hickey
Very interesting! No longer feel a freak!!
This book gives the reader plenty of material to think about. There are some descrepencies - the 1 star review has some valid points. Read more
Published on 14 July 2008 by Jilly
Brilliant!
There's not much I can add to the existing reviews about this book. As a Childfree woman it's not only a great affirmation of my life, but it's also a giggle and thoroughly... Read more
Published on 26 Mar 2008 by Trixie850
Long petulant whinge
I bought this book because I'm currently deciding whether I want to have children. I've always thought not, so I imagined that I'd be sympathetic to this author's arguments. Read more
Published on 4 Dec 2007 by R. Lloyd
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