As Gen Z continues to make their mark on the world, it’s clear that the conversation around parenthood is evolving. Whether or not to have children is no longer a question of when, but if. For many women, the answer is that they will not become parents, and that’s perfectly valid.

A baby at an Arj Barker comedy show sparked outrage, but the real issue isn’t breastfeeding or parent-shaming. It’s the growing discomfort with adult-only spaces. Here’s why babies don’t belong at comedy shows, why boundaries matter, and why protecting adult environments isn’t exclusion, it’s respect for shared experiences.

Contrary to popular belief, many childfree people aren't oblivious to the challenges of parenting. While it seems like some may view our decision to remain childfree as a lack of understanding or empathy, we assure you, we've done our homework. We know parenting is hard. That's why we've chosen to opt out.

Blackstone highlights that there is no single "right" path to fulfillment and happiness, and parenthood is not a universal aspiration.