The Longest Shortest Time

EPISODE #248: When the World Pushes You to Have a Baby (Or Two)

Helena de Groot did not want kids. That’s what she always told herself, and that’s what she told the man who eventually became her husband.

After they were married, Helena’s husband confessed his desire to start a family with her. And, for years, Helena stood her ground: she didn’t want to be a mom. Until… she began to wonder what she’d be missing out on by not having kids.

Tune in to hear one woman’s story of kid ambivalence, and what it takes to convince people to believe your wishes around whether or not to become a parent.

More from Helena

Because Helena’s an audio journalist, she recorded voice memos, interviewed her friends, her partner, and even her mom… and ultimately produced a whole podcast about her kid ambivalence! It’s called Creation Myth, and you can find it wherever you listen to podcasts.