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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. Regretful Parents: Am I Overreacting To My Husband Interrupting My Solo Shower? | Reddit Stories

    2D AGO

    Regretful Parents: Am I Overreacting To My Husband Interrupting My Solo Shower? | Reddit Stories

    This week, Erika and Kristen take a brief detour from the usual Regretful Parents subreddit and dive into a viral post from the “Am I Overreacting?” corner of Reddit. The situation? A mom who hasn’t had a solo shower in four days after caring for two sick kids alone while her husband enjoyed a bachelor party weekend. She finally gets a moment to herself… only to have it interrupted. When her husband returns home, things quickly spiral from mildly inconsiderate to fully infuriating. Instead of watching their one-year-old for five minutes while she showers, he places the baby in a playpen and leaves the house to run an errand. The result is a text exchange so ridiculous that Erika and Kristen perform a dramatic reenactment — and have plenty to say about communication, mental load, and weaponized cluelessness in parenting partnerships. Is the original poster overreacting… or is this guy just the worst? What We Talk About The realities of parenting while your partner is awayWhy moms so often feel like they need to “ask permission” for basic self-careWhether the OP should have been more direct—or if the husband should have used common senseA dramatic reading of the couple’s painfully awkward text exchangeThe absolute audacity of leaving a baby alone during a showerThe difference between a partner and an extra child you have to manageThe fantasy revenge scenarios we’d personally consider in this situationReddit’s best comments roasting this guyMORE FROM US Website: https://www.dinkypod.com/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/dinkypod  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    16 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Author Nicole Louie On The Women Who Inspired Her Childfree Life

    Want more exclusive content from Dinky? Join the Patreon!  Today we are chatting with Nicole Louie, a writer and translator originally from Brazil and now based in Ireland. She is the author of Others Like Me: The Lives of Women Without Children. Others Like Me chronicles her own journey towards embracing a life without children while weaving in stories from women around the world she found in her search for community and guidance. Nicole’s essays have appeared in Oh Reader Magazine, The Walrus, The Guardian, and Literary Hub.  More info about the giveaway can be found on our Instagram! Book Synopsis Others Like Me: The Lives of Women Without Children by Nicole Louie (published by House of Anansi in North America) In a world that expects all women to become mothers, what happens to those who circumvent motherhood? Now and throughout history, women without children have been misunderstood and even vilified for not conforming to the prescriptive path of daughter, wife, mother, whether by choice, circumstance, or ambivalence. But with an increasing number of people choosing to forego children, Nicole Louie knew she was not alone. As she recounts her own journey toward embracing a life without children, Louie weaves in stories from the women around the world she found in her search for community and guidance, from their pasts to their presents to their hopes for the future. TRIPS: Christmas Markets 2026!!!  Lavender Dreams & Riviera Nights With Erika GET MORE FROM DINKY: Treat yourself to new merch! 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. 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.

    1h 2m
  3. Regretful Parents: Love Is Blind — Emma, Mike, & The Childfree Debate | Reddit Stories

    FEB 26

    Regretful Parents: Love Is Blind — Emma, Mike, & The Childfree Debate | Reddit Stories

    Is Love Is Blind accidentally telling a regretful parents story? In this solo episode of the Regretful Parents series, Erika dives into the viral Reddit discussion about Love Is Blind Season 6 and the controversial engagement between Emma and Mike — specifically their major disagreement about having children.From pronatalist pressure to “you’d make a great mother” propaganda, this episode breaks down:Why you should NEVER “convince yourself” to have a childThe red flags in Emma and Mike’s engagementThe moment when Emma’s sister admitted she regrets having kids (and why the internet shamed her for it)Transracial adoption trauma and identity strugglesMedical concerns, genetic testing, and reproductive autonomyItalian family expectations & cultural pressure to have grandchildrenWhy marriage is about compromising paint colors — not parenthoodHave you been watching Love Is Blind this season? What did you think about Emma’s sister’s honesty? Can a relationship survive when partners disagree about kids? Drop your thoughts in the comments. MORE FROM US Website: https://www.dinkypod.com/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/dinkypod  Keywords: regretful parents, regretful motherhood, Love Is Blind season 6, Emma and Mike Love Is Blind, childfree by choice, motherhood regret, pro natalism, transracial adoptee, adoption trauma, reality TV analysis, parenting pressure, women and reproductive choice, childfree women, regretful mom story, Netflix Love Is Blind recap Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    12 min

  4. FEB 24

    Christmas Markets Are The Ultimate DINK Winter Getaway

    Want more exclusive content from Dinky? Join the Patreon!  We’re kicking off Season 10 with a recap of our 2025 Christmas Markets trip and getting a sneak peek ahead at our next adventure. We cover what surprised us, what we loved, and what we’d do differently in, plus with some tips of what we’d do differently! PS: we also preview our upcoming 2026 Christmas Markets trip featuring stops in Vienna and Munich.Please forgive that we are both FULLY sick and FULLY ADHD. TRIPS: Christmas Markets 2026!!!  Lavender Dreams & Riviera Nights With Erika GET MORE FROM DINKY: Treat yourself to new merch!  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 .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.

    1h 11m
  5. Regretful Parents: “I Thought Life Was Worth Living… Now I’m Not So Sure” | Reddit Stories (Ft. The Girl With The List!)

    FEB 22

    Regretful Parents: “I Thought Life Was Worth Living… Now I’m Not So Sure” | Reddit Stories (Ft. The Girl With The List!)

    What happens when parenting regret doesn’t go away… it just evolves?In this episode, Erika is joined by fellow childfree girlie Abby Porter (aka z00mie, aka “the girl with the list”)  to unpack a brand-new post from a parent whose regret has shifted from newborn exhaustion to something much heavier: existential anxiety, fear about the future, and the pressure of shaping a child’s entire life. We discuss: • Why regret can become more philosophical as kids grow • The crushing pressure parents feel to “not mess up” their children • Anxiety about AI, social media, and the modern world kids are growing up in • The myth that motherhood comes naturally • Why some people realize the realities of parenting too late • How comparison culture and mommy influencers make parenting harder • Whether thinking deeply about parenthood BEFORE kids could prevent regret TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro + Meet Abby Porter 01:00 How parenting regret changes over time 03:00 Fear of traumatizing your kids (even if you’re a good parent) 05:00 Generational patterns, anxiety, and breaking cycles 07:00 Parenting anxiety about the future, AI, and safety 09:00 “Philosophical garbage” — unpacking that take 12:00 When motherhood isn’t what you expected 14:00 The myth that parenting comes naturally 16:00 Social media, mommy influencers, and comparison 18:00 Kids, screens, and the “iPad generation” 21:00 Therapist advice: stop spiraling or think deeper? 23:00 Why these conversations matter BEFORE having kids 24:50 Comment reactions + final thoughts FOLLOW ABBY PORTER YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@z00mie  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@z00mie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/z00mi.e/ MORE FROM US Website: https://www.dinkypod.com/ Patreon: https://patreon.com/dinkypod  regretful parents podcast, parenting regret discussion, motherhood reality, childfree podcast, parenting mental health, motherhood expectations, modern parenting struggles, should I have kids, honest parenting talk, parenting anxiety, raising kids today, social media parenting pressure, AI future kids Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    27 min
  6. Regretful Parents: “My Kid Is Ruining My Mental Health” | Reddit Stories

    FEB 19

    Regretful Parents: “My Kid Is Ruining My Mental Health” | Reddit Stories

    In this episode, Erika and Kristen read and react to a viral post from Reddit about a parent struggling with a chronically unhappy, clingy, sleep-hating four-year-old — and the toll it’s taking on her mental health.From colicky babies to nonstop whining, sleep deprivation, and the reality of parenting advice that doesn’t always help, this conversation dives into the messy truth behind “it gets better.” Along the way, the hosts share personal stories, debate nature vs. nurture, question whether some kids are just born grumpy, and wonder if one tiny old-soul child simply belongs on a bench in New York complaining about life. They also discuss:What chronic sleep deprivation does to parentsWhy some kids always seem happier The pressure to follow perfect parenting adviceWhy “just take them somewhere fun” isn’t always helpfulWhether kids actually enjoy things like trips to London or seeing Big Ben (apparently not 😅)The overstimulation nightmare of kid-heavy spacesAnd a wild intergenerational daycare idea spotted on TikTokIf you’ve ever wondered what happens when parenting isn’t magical — this episode is for you. If you enjoy the show and want to support it, check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dinkypod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    13 min

  7. FEB 15

    Regretful Parents: “I've Been Scammed” | Reddit Stories

    In this episode, Kristen and Erika dive into another brutally honest story from the Regretful Parents series — this time from a 39-year-old single mother by choice who spent thousands on fertility treatment… and now says she feels trapped, broke, constantly sick, and deeply regretful. If you’ve ever felt pressure from society, family, media, or your “biological clock” — this episode is for you. We’re talking about:The reality of being a single mom by choiceFertility treatment expectations vs. realityPostpartum depression & long-term mental health strugglesWhy parents say “it’s worth it” (even when it’s not)The myth of “you’ll have so much support”Constant illness after daycareWhy society pushes women toward marriage & motherhoodDisney, fairy tales, and lifelong conditioningMarriage propaganda & pronatalist cultureWhy antidepressants are often recommended to struggling parentsAnd the uncomfortable truth: what if you simply don’t enjoy parenting?Subscribe for More New episodes weekly on:Regretful parents storiesChildfree lifeMarriage realitiesWomen opting out of traditional pathsFinancial & emotional freedom without kidsLike, comment, and share if this episode resonated with you. Learn more about Dinky: https://www.dinkypod.com  Support the show on Patreon for bonus content: https://patreon.com/dinkypod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

    16 min
  8. Regretful Parents: “My ADHD Wife Isn't Fun Anymore” | Reddit Stories

    FEB 12

    Regretful Parents: “My ADHD Wife Isn't Fun Anymore” | Reddit Stories

    ⚠️ Content Warning: Discussions of parental resentment, mental health crises, and implied threats of violence. In this episode, Erika and Kristen dive a viral Reddit post from an Australian father overwhelmed by parenting two ADHD children with an ADHD spouse. What starts as complaints about mess, noise, and burnout spirals into resentment, misogyny, and an alarming confession.As two hosts with ADHD, we unpack the realities of living with ADHD and why so many parents seem shocked by… having to parent??? Along the way, we discuss weaponized incompetence, emotional labor, mental health stigma, ADHD medication debates, and why therapy is not optional when resentment turns dangerous. Learn more about Dinky: https://www.dinkypod.com  Support the show on Patreon for bonus content: https://patreon.com/dinkypod And until next time…Don’t get pregnant. 😌 Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to the Regretful Parents series 00:17 – “Parenting with ADHD is pretty rough” (yeah… we noticed) 01:06 – ADHD, pregnancy, resentment & mood swings 02:20 – Corporate burnout, part-time work, full-time expectations 03:23 – Gentle parenting, authority, and medicating ADHD kids 04:19 – “If I’d known, I would’ve run the other way” 05:03 – Losing respect for a spouse & blaming medical misogyny 06:40 – “I don’t like my kids” (🚩🚩🚩) 07:36 – Messy houses, unrealistic expectations & parenting delusion 08:14 – “Why can’t they just be normal?” 09:11 – Health decline, resentment, and isolation 09:53 – The sentence that made everything terrifying 10:31 – Therapy is not optional 11:26 – Reddit comments that actually offer solutions 12:32 – ADHD discipline, structure & realistic expectations 14:20 – Autonomy, accountability & parenting resentment 15:24 – ADHD, ODD, and opting out of parenthood 16:02 – Final thoughts: the kids didn’t ask to be here Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.

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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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  • Creator
    Dinky
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    129
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dinky
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