What does it really mean to be a woman in today’s world - and how much of that is tied to motherhood? In this episode, Emily Maynard joins the podcast for a conversation on societal expectations, friendships, and smashing the patriarchy - from the lens of a woman who is child-free by choice. Together, Emily and Emily explore the expectations placed on women (both those who are mothers and those who aren’t), and how those expectations shape our identities, relationships, and sense of self.

They talk about:

• The societal pressure to become a mother, and what happens when you don’t
• Being child-free by choice (and the assumptions that come with it)
• The overlap between moms and non-moms navigating the same patriarchal systems
• Friendship dynamics between women with different life paths
• Regret, identity, and the freedom to choose your own life
• Why motherhood is not the only meaningful way to live a full life

At the end of the day, we’re all navigating the same world together!

🔗 Connect with Emily:

Instagram: @emilymaynardlmft
Website: emilymaynardtherapy.com

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Follow the podcast on TikTok → @thesparkleprojectpod

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