Childfree comrades, life is hard.

But let’s be real — it gets a whole lot harder when you navigate kid-sharing with your ex. Cue our all-time favorite meme.

This mom spills the tea on how the guilt of not achieving "conscious uncoupling" perfection (thanks, Gwyneth Paltrow) hit her like a ton of bricks. TL;DR: co-parenting never worked.

So, why add the guilt and stress of failed co-parenting to your life? We've got enough on our plates, what with the doomsday clock ticking away in the background. 💣️ 

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Inside Today’s Edition 🦋 

• Tying the “Not”: Why Some People Choose Not to Get Married

• Remote Work: Nomad for Less

• Board Games: Tips for Boarding Your Pet While You Travel

• Book Club: Vocally Childfree

• Web Gems: The Best Curated For You

Read time: 3-4 minutes

LIFESTYLE

Why Some People Choose Not to Get Married

Mocktails over motherhood, career goals over clichés, and no marriage drama.

If you’re reading this you’re likely on board with nixing the whole parenting thing. But have you ever wondered why some of us also decide to skip the ancient institution of marriage?

In the U.S., marriage has declined by 60% since the 1970s. In the wild ride of personal freedom, discover some reasons people are falling out of love with marriage.

REMOTE WORK

If you’ve ever felt a twinge of nomad curiosity or daydreamed about embracing the digital wanderer lifestyle, we’ve got some tips and resources for you. Turn your freedom into the main event with office views that change as regularly as your screensaver.

The Best Cities
WorkMotion developed a comprehensive ranking system for “workations” in 85 cities. These are the best:

• Barcelona, Spain

• Dubai, UAE

• Prague, Czech Republic

• Madrid, Spain

• Melbourne, Australia

• Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Lisbon, Portugal

• Sydney, Australia

• Gran Carania, Spain

• Reykjavik, Iceland

Don’t Be a Stranger
Before you go, check out work-friendly coliving spaces like RemoteYear, Hacker Paradise, WiFi Tribe, Selina, and Outsite to quickly plug into a community of like-minded people. Share expenses, ideas, and experiences.

Connect with the experts at Nomad for Less for tips on how to save money when you’re making money. 😉 

TRAVEL

Tips for Boarding Your Pet While You Travel

When we say our pets are our children, we're not joking! According to a Rover survey, a whopping 82% of pet parents said their furball brings them the most happiness among all their splurges. The ultimate ROI. 😻 

But your vacation looms and pets are persona non grata. Until robot ORo arrives to serve as guardian, playmate, and feeder, you’ll need to explore other options. Here’s a guide for your pet vacay planning sesh that's almost as thrilling as your own trip.

BOOK CLUB

Vocally Childfree

If you're looking for a binge-worthy winter escape, we’ve got more than enough childfree fiction for you.

The "Veronica Speedwell Mystery" series by Deanna Raybourn is delightful and engaging with its captivating vocally childfree protagonist. Consisting of nine books, follow the adventures of the fiercely independent Veronica as she navigates through various mysteries set against the backdrop of Victorian England.

"The Age of the Child" by Kristen Tsetsi from the Childfree Girls podcast is a thought-provoking novel that challenges common phrases such as "Just have one. You'll learn to love parenthood," and "Everyone should have children."

Tsetsi takes a critical look at the impact on parents and children when decisions about parenthood are made based on societal norms rather than personal desires revealing that parenthood is not one-size-fits-all.

Trending 🎥 

Remember when Sofia Vergara's marriage hit the rocks because she refused to be an "old mom"? Major props to her for choosing herself over diapers and late-night feedings.

In the spirit of respecting life choices, dive into the 6-episode series “Griselda” on Netflix. Set in '70s Miami, Vergara portrays Griselda Blanco, a mother, entrepreneur, and, uh, ruthless killer.

WEB GEMS

RSVP: The James Beard Foundation Awards announced its semifinalist, a snapshot of the best in the culinary scene right now. From exciting newcomers to industry stalwarts, see which culinary gems are making waves in your town.

Indio in April: Coachella 2024 tickets are up for grabs! If you've never experienced this desert music fiesta, take a peek at the quick documentary shining a spotlight on six amazing artists of South Asian descent who rocked the stage last year. 🎶🌵

Debating Kid-Free Spaces: Are childfree cafes and restaurants essentially women-free? Listen to both sides of the argument in this podcast.

How to Find a Therapist: Finding the right therapist is a bit like dating, but with more feelings and fewer meals. Use Dr. Raquel Martin’s free guide with thoughtful and practical questions for a therapist — and yourself — before starting. Afterward, use the guide to complete a vibe check.

Eco-chic Style Rewards: So, you've Marie Kondo-ed your closet and are itching for some new threads. Toss your gently used digs into Take Back Bags and send them to For Days. WIIFM, you ask? Oh, just some sweet Closet Cash to splurge on clothes on their site, all while saving the planet.

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