For those of us who have confidently chosen a childfree path, establishing boundaries is essential, and doing so with a mix of respect...

When friends start having kids, everything from the topics of conversation to the cadence of get-togethers can shift. Parenthood demands time and energy in ways that impact everyone—friends included. It’s not uncommon for these life changes to leave childfree friends feeling sidelined, a reality many of us face with mixed feelings of loyalty and loneliness.

Despite clear instructions to leave the little ones at home, there are always those parents who seem to have missed the memo, bringing their

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