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“So when are you two going to have kids?” “Aren’t you lonesome without children?” “Why won’t you make me a grandparent?” These are just a few of the questions childfree adults hear, sometimes creating anxiety, self-doubt and guilt. Having children is a personal choice requiring careful consideration, not an automatic response to the social pressure of a child-oriented world. Written by a childfree psychologist for those considering the option of having children or not, this book features highly personal stories of others facing this decision and the psychological processes that influence them. The reader will gain useful, unbiased information on how to deal with the problems and possibilities faced as a result of being childfree. The purpose of this book is encouraging readers to accept their situations and find ways to have the richest, most fulfilling life possible.  The author will donate a percentage of the proceeds from this book to Mt. Baker Planned Parenthood, because "being wanted and loved is the right of every child."     Ellen L. Walker received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Seattle Pacific University, and has a busy psychology practice in Bellingham. Dr. Walker and her psychologist husband, Chris, enjoy an adventure-filled life with their two terriers, Bella and Scuppers. Read the Bellingham Herald interview with Ellen by clicking here.