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two childfree pals who just won’t stfu about the DINK (dual income, no kids) lifestyle ✨ the #1 followed childfree & DINK podcast✨ subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dinkypod/membership Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

  1. HÁ 1 DIA

    Regretful Parents: “My Life Was Taken From Me” | Reddit Stories

    ⚠️Content Warning: This episode discusses disability, regret, resentment, and medical trauma. Listener discretion advised. In this episode, Kristen and Erika dive into a post titled “I dislike my disabled child and I am ashamed.” Pulled straight from Facebook — where it racked up over 5,000 likes — this anonymous post opens up an uncomfortable conversation about parenthood, disability, genetic testing, medical gaslighting, caregiver burnout, and the realities no one prepares parents for. We react in real time to a mother describing life after learning her child will be profoundly disabled, require 24/7 lifelong care, and never be independent. From missed genetic diagnoses and a lawsuit, to rage, grief, resentment, and shame — this episode tackles the things parents aren’t allowed to say out loud. We also unpack: Medical gaslighting of women by doctors Society’s obsession with “perfect motherhood” How people are brutally cruel to regretful parents online The myth that “everything will work out”  If you’re childfree, on the fence, or questioning the fantasy version of parenthood society sells us, this episode is for you. More episodes, tours, and unfiltered chaos: DinkyPod.com Join our childfree community: patreon.com/dinkypod Take a trip with us: https://trovatrip.com/host/profiles/dinky-wxarg  Learn more about our podcast: dinkypod.com  Love ya. Don’t get pregnant. 💬 Join the conversation: Do you think parents are allowed to talk honestly about regret? Where is the line between truth and taboo? Keywords / SEO Tags: regretful parents, disabled child, caregiver burnout, medical gaslighting, regretful motherhood, childfree podcast, parenting regret, genetic testing failure, NIPT test lawsuit, disability and parenting, Facebook confession, honest parenting podcast, anti natalism, childfree by choice, Dinky Podcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    10min
  2. Regretful Parents: “I've Always Loved Kids — I Just Hate My Own” | Reddit Stories

    HÁ 4 DIAS

    Regretful Parents: “I've Always Loved Kids — I Just Hate My Own” | Reddit Stories

    This one has a twist ending! In this episode of the Regretful Parents series, Erika and Kristen react to a Reddit post titled “I genuinely hate my baby.” What starts as a familiar story about parenting regret, sleep deprivation, and postpartum mental health quickly turns into total chaos when the hosts realize the post wasn’t written by a mother — but by a first-time father (FTF). This episode dives deep into the realities of new parent burnout, baby sleep training, cry it out (CIO) methods, and the crushing isolation that comes with being an expat parent with no support system. The Reddit post describes a 33-year-old parent with a 4.5-month-old baby who hasn’t slept more than two hours at a time, leading to severe mental health struggles, weight loss, emotional breakdowns at work, and intense regret over becoming a parent. Along the way, Erika and Kristen unpack: The emotional toll of sleep deprivation and newborn parenting Whether sleep training actually works or causes harm Why parenting forums are obsessed with acronyms (FTF, CIO, PLS, TCB… seriously, why?) The differences in how mothers vs fathers are treated when they struggle mentally How parental regret is discussed (or ignored) online Why so many overwhelmed parents turn to churches, daycare, or community support just to survive And how being child-free offers a radically different perspective on parenting culture This episode blends dark humor, brutal honesty, and social commentary while exploring topics like postpartum depression (PPD), parenting expectations, gender roles, and the myth that having children automatically brings fulfillment. If you’re interested in: regretful parents new parent mental health baby sleep training parenting regret stories child-free commentary Reddit parenting stories first time father struggles postpartum depression discussions …this episode is for you. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations about regret and choosing a childfree life. Join our childfree community: patreon.com/dinkypod Take a trip with us: https://trovatrip.com/host/profiles/dinky-wxarg  Learn more about our podcast: dinkypod.com  Love ya. Don’t get pregnant. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    15min
  3. Regretful Parents: “Don't Do It, Unless...” | Reddit Stories

    29 DE JAN.

    Regretful Parents: “Don't Do It, Unless...” | Reddit Stories

    In this episode, Erika and Kristen read and discuss a post from the Regretful Parents sub titled “Don’t Do It Folks.” The post details a chaotic day of parenting young children and offers practical advice for people who are considering having kids. Our conversation covers the realities of daily childcare, loss of free time, unequal caregiving labor, financial strain, and how resentment can build. We break down the post’s advice for fence sitters, including the importance of firsthand childcare experience, realistic expectations, financial support, and reliable help from partners or family. The episode also explores broader themes around decision-making, comparing parenthood to other long-term commitments people often underestimate. Listener comments from the subreddit add perspective on money stress, partner dynamics, and unmet expectations after having children. This episode is for fence sitters, childfree listeners, and parents looking for honest discussions about parenting, regret, and life choices. Topics discussed: Regretful Parents subreddit stories Parenting stress and burnout Fence sitting and deciding whether to have kids Childcare labor and resentment Financial pressure and parenting Childfree perspectives Keywords: regretful parents, parenting regret, fence sitter, childfree, deciding whether to have kids, parenting burnout, regretful parents subreddit, childfree podcast, parenting realities, DINK lifestyle Join our childfree community: patreon.com/dinkypod Take a trip with us: https://trovatrip.com/host/profiles/dinky-wxarg  Learn more about our podcast: dinkypod.com  Love ya. Don’t get pregnant. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    13min

  4. 27 DE JAN.

    TJ Bozarth On Creating A Musical About DINK Life + Reproductive Rights

    Want more exclusive content from Dinky? Join the Patreon!  Today we are joined by TJ Bozarth, the creator, writer, and director of DINK: The Musical — a dramedy satire on the state of our world sung through the eyes of three DINK couples. We talk with TJ about the inspiration behind the musical, why satire feels important right now, and how this project has been received around the world. TRIPS: Artsy Adventure In Vietnam With Erika Lavender Dreams & Riviera Nights With Erika Wanna get your finances in order? Use our link to sign up for a FREE 34 day trial of YNAB (You Need A Budget) and support the show. Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Substack, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads at @dinkypod. Follow us on YouTube. Merch is here!!! If you have a question or comment, email us at dinky@dinkypod.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    1h18min
  5. Regretful Parents: “I Got Everything I Didn't Want In A Child” | Reddit Stories

    25 DE JAN.

    Regretful Parents: “I Got Everything I Didn't Want In A Child” | Reddit Stories

    Trigger Warning: This episode discusses self-harm, mental health crises, sexual content, and parental regret.A parent of a 17-year-old daughter with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts describes years of burnout, crisis management, and reaching a breaking point. From phone restrictions to parental PTSD, this story raises uncomfortable questions about autonomy, responsibility, mental health, and what happens when caregiving becomes all-consuming.💬 Topics include:Regretful parenting and caregiver burnoutNeurodivergence and adolescenceSexuality, boundaries, and harm reductionTherapy fatigue and parental PTSDWhy having kids isn’t the “default” choice we’re told it isMore Regretful Parents episodes available on YouTube and wherever you get podcasts.Join our childfree community: patreon.com/dinkypodLove ya. Don’t get pregnant. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    12min
  6. Regretful Parents: “Never Felt As Ugly As I Do Now” | Reddit Stories

    22 DE JAN.

    Regretful Parents: “Never Felt As Ugly As I Do Now” | Reddit Stories

    Welcome back to the Regretful Parents series. This episode tackles what motherhood does to women’s bodies, mental health, and sense of self. Erika and Kristen read a post from the Regretful Parents subreddit titled “Never Felt as Ugly as I Do Now as a Mom.” A woman reflects on how pregnancy, postpartum life, chronic sleep deprivation, stress, and mental load have aged her physically and emotionally — and how devastating it feels to no longer recognize herself in the mirror. From "saggy apron bellies to lifeless eyes", celebrity “bounce-back” culture, Botox discourse, and why men somehow escape all of this entirely, the conversation spirals (as it should) into a full-blown rant about how cruel, unfair, and deeply misogynistic the expectations placed on mothers really are. Topics include: Postpartum body changes no one warns you about Why stress and sleep deprivation visibly age womenThe lie of “bouncing back” after pregnancy Celebrity beauty standards are fully rage-inducing Why motherhood drains women and barely touches men And the eternal question: why do we keep doing this to ourselves? Support us on patreon.com/dinkypod so we can kill ads forever Find childfree friends, connect with other fence-sitters, and join our next trip at dinkypod.com. And as always: don’t get pregnant. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    8min
  7. Regretful Parents: "My Stay-At-Home Husband Won't Do His Job" | Reddit Stories

    18 DE JAN.

    Regretful Parents: "My Stay-At-Home Husband Won't Do His Job" | Reddit Stories

    In this episode, Kristen and Erika dive into a wild Reddit post from a working mom dealing with a stay-at-home husband who refuses to actually parent their 28-month-old (that's 2 years and 4 months, people!). What We Cover: A stay-at-home dad who won't take his toddler to the playground, feed her, or play with her Why OP hired a house cleaner because he couldn't handle the basics The depression and isolation that can come with being a full-time parent Why men often aren't equipped to handle what women do every day The importance of community and adult friendships for stay-at-home parents Our thoughts on why this relationship is doomed GET MORE: Instagram & TikTok: @dinkypod Join our community: Find childfree friends, connect with other fence-sitters, and join our next trip at dinkypod.com. Key Moments: The math rant about calling kids "28 months old" instead of just saying their age in years Discussion about whether this dad was always terrible or if parenthood changed him Why the wife can't leave even though she "could care less about him anymore" The hypocrisy of stay-at-home dads vs stay-at-home moms and societal expectations This episode tackles the reality of regretful parenting, gender dynamics in childcare, stay-at-home parent depression, and why some people should never have kids.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    18min
  8. Regretful Parents: "I Don't Love My Child" | Reddit Stories

    16 DE JAN.

    Regretful Parents: "I Don't Love My Child" | Reddit Stories

    What happens when the love you’re promised as a parent never shows up? In this episode, Erika and Kristen dive into one of the most taboo and honest conversations about parenthood: regret, ambivalence, and not loving your child the way society says you should. Reading directly from the Regretful Parents subreddit, we unpack a post from a mother who admits she doesn’t love her baby and can't figure out why.  From postpartum expectations and hormonal myths to comparisons between loving pets vs. children, this episode explores: Why some parents don’t feel instant love after birth The difference between love as a feeling vs. love as an action Postpartum depression, trauma, and emotional overstimulation Why mothers are rarely allowed to admit regret The pressure to perform “good motherhood” even when you’re struggling Whether love can grow later — or never come at all 🎧 Listen if you’re: ✔ Questioning parenthood ✔ Childfree or on the fence ✔ A parent struggling with regret or guilt ✔ Tired of toxic positivity around motherhood ✔ Interested in honest, feminist conversations about family, choice, and autonomy Join the discussion: Do you think parental love is biological, hormonal, learned — or optional? Let us know in the comments. 💖 Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/dinkypod Keywords / Hashtags: #RegretfulParents #MotherhoodRegret #PostpartumReality #NotLovingYourChild #HonestParenting #Childfree #DINK #ParenthoodTruth #PostpartumDepression #RedditStories #TabooTopics #Feminism #DinkyPodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    19min
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two childfree pals who just won’t stfu about the DINK (dual income, no kids) lifestyle ✨ the #1 followed childfree & DINK podcast✨ subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and more: https://www.patreon.com/dinkypod/membership Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

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  • Criado por
    Dinky
  • Anos de atividade
    2022 - 2026
  • Episódios
    120
  • Classificação
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © Dinky
  • Site do podcast
    Dinky

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