Lindsay Bane
Childless Not By Choice
I met Lindsay through my death doula cohort, and she has taught me so much—not only about what it can mean to grieve being childless not by choice, but about the many layers of grief we carry when life doesn’t unfold the way we imagined it would.
Lindsay hosts an incredible podcast that gathers personal stories from women who identify as Childless Not By Choice (CNBC). It creates a space for people within the community to feel seen and heard, while also offering those of us outside of that experience an opportunity to listen, learn, and better understand a kind of grief that is often overlooked or misunderstood.
Through getting to know Lindsay, I’ve also learned from her experiences with the suicide of a friend and the complicated grief that follows. She is incredibly resourceful, thoughtful, and willing to talk openly about things that many people would rather avoid.
I especially appreciate Lindsay’s outspokenness around the issues she cares about. She brings honesty, curiosity, and a willingness to name the uncomfortable things—and I value that immensely.
If you are navigating the grief of being childless not by choice, or if you love someone who is, Lindsay’s podcast may offer recognition, companionship, and a place to begin listening more deeply.
I highly recommend her work.
Listen to Lindsay’s podcast on Spotify
