What it’s like being a Childless Cat Lady in New York City (A vlog)

If you've ever been curious about what it's like being a childless cat lady living alone in a big city like NYC, look no further. This is my life, continuing on from my last vlog. I have two adorable cats (I'm biased) Gordo & Deli that bring so much light to my life. And contrary to the title and thumbnail, this video does not revolve completely around cats or pondering about why I am still single etc. I, like most other proud cat ladies, are busy thinking about other things. This video is in no way trying to shame those who do have kids and are married - I love that for ya!!! 💓
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[@ChelseaCallahan]

Hahaha the title of this video makes me laugh 😆childless cat ladies UNITE!!! This video picks up where my last one left off 💓 Have a great weekend y'all!

#Childless Cat Lady Crew😻😻

[@au_barb]

The title made me click on the notification SO FAST! 🎉 Childless cat person reporting for duty/viewing! 💙

[@ChelseaCallahan]

@@au_barb we ride at dawn!!!

[@thelaundress11]

@@ChelseaCallahanme too I immediately clicked! Cat mom of four over here !!

[@vickyfurnival2715]

Hey cat lady how you doing

[@Fads]

The weekend doesn't start until we get a Chelsea, Gordo and Deli vlog :)

[@phyliciajoykloes]

For sure! 🎉

[@donnapecoraro3126]

The rent news is fabulous! Actually maybe a little under the current market. Plus allows pets and a washer, very difficult to find something like that above ground. Madam your children have grown so much!! But they are unruly! Omg they are so cute leaping around, and into everything. Have a great week!

[@richardottley4611]

Amen 😇😅

[@turkeyleg4374]

I second that!!!

[@GeddesGibbsJr]

Word! ❤

[@Amyfromthemoons]

''life seems more doable to me when i watch someone else live it'' this is exactly why i watch your vlogs. They show a realistic life, not the overly luxurious life full of travel and over consumption. It feels like i can actually relate to you and be like: well if chelsea is doing dishes, i might as well start doing mine now too then...😂 Love u girl, see you next time!!!✨💅🏻

[@ChelseaCallahan]

🥹love you!!

[@PatrickTheiner]

Using the roller to get the cat hair off and then immediately picking up the cat is peak cat lady behavior 😄

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Hahah you’re so right 🤣 I didn’t even realize I did that

[@stephb3321]

Yup, totally! 😂

[@TheresaAlberti]

You just have to start wearing clothes that match your cats. I had that going for me when I just had a black cat, but then I got a white and gray one and I was sunk!

[@smeyer6960]

Taylor would approve!!

[@smgreenartsprivate]

I have a rule in the morning if I am going out I hug mine while in my pj's and no hugging after I am changed to go out. Works well for me not so well for my coats however but you live with it.

[@tjp7342]

I think life is just messy, and it’s especially messy for those of us who are forging our own paths. I’m in my 50s and childless, never married (no pets at the moment, but I still fall into the category, clearly!) and I’m constantly trying to figure out what the rules of my own life are-society isn’t set up to acknowledge the existence of women like me, and I’m aware of the fact that I’ve bypassed many of the assumed expectations for what a “normal” adult life looks like. I don’t think there’s ever one moment where everything falls into place. Instead it’s a series of smaller moments of discovery and growth combined with new challenges (and old ones resurfacing). All any of us can do is just keep going, one day at a time.

[@Camilshka]

Just wanted to say hi as a 42 year old woman, no relationships and don’t want them, no kids and won’t want them, love life and my friends and my hobbies, and I’m lucky to have friends just like me too. You sound awesome and I hope you continue to grow and have fun too :D

[@tjp7342]

@@Camilshkaoh, thanks! I’m not opposed entirely to a relationship but over time I’ve realized that the push to be in a relationship has only made me miserable and that I’m my best self when I’m single. Letting go of the search has been a form of liberation (and has allowed me to see all of the great things in my life!)

[@Camilshka]

Oh gosh I can imagine that would be so true. Seeing all the lovely moments in life is something worth working for, I’m always trying to work on living in the moment for lots of reasons that help me too, I’m not the best at it but I’m bound to keep getting better over time! Seeing and loving the small marvellous things really feels like how to find the best in life.

[@lodibotion3098]

@@tjp7342 I can so relate to this. I'm also in my 50s and I'm experiencing a great phase of my life, by myself, being alone but not lonely, not waiting for Prince Charming, but enjoying every single day instead. Wishing you all the best from a far!

[@YogNog]

Thank you for this. You articulated a lot of how I feel.

[@FeeCurious]

A cosy autumn evening, the perfect pairing for a Chelsea vlog 🍂☕ have a lovely weekend, queen! And remember to treat yourself with as much affection and attention as we give the other people we love 💕

[@carda242]

Hey girl! Check if your apartment unit was registered with the city for rent stabilization like the other units you mentioned. You can do this online, request the rental history. If they charged you market rate rent this past year when the unit was actually stabilized, you may be able to get reimbursed, check it out in case! People in my building have done it and won

[@ChelseaCallahan]

@@carda242 thank you for the tip!!

[@vinyfiny]

I'm an almost 40 y/o guy, single, no cats but I'm considering getting a dog. I'm not opposed to a relationship, or even children, but I rather like my life and I don't need someone else to make me feel complete. If someone comes along that's special enough for me to change my life for, great. If not, also great! I have wonderful family and friends, and I'm perfectly happy to continue on the same path because I'm happy! No one should live their life based on what they're "supposed" to do, just do what makes you happy and keep it moving!

[@3dogmom]

THIS!!! Love your outlook :) ETA: get the dog, best decision you'll ever make 💜🐾

[@ChelseaCallahan]

yes!! words of wisdom right here. also yes get that dog :)

[@kelly4618]

@@vinyfiny Totally agree. Tired of people telling others what their lives should be!

[@Wally535]

Childless Cat Lady here, living alone also. Which is both good and not good, as you demonstrate. Love the ocean footage at the end of this Vlog. Gordo and Delia are living up to my description of kittens as small four legged terrorists (mine are 18 and 10, still rule my universe.) About your rent increase…yes, some increases are insane. Basically my rent has increased by about 50% in four years. Fixed income means that’s a huge problem. However, in this area of the Mid-Atlantic states, deposits have more than tripled, and monthly rent is actually equal to or more than my current rent. On the other hand, I love this apartment, the maintenance people are great, I get natural light for most of the day, and I’m about 10 minutes from everything I need. There’s always trade offs. Enjoy your Vlog so much, thank you for being so honest and open. It’s fun to see an unromantized view of life in NYC. Thank you.

[@moda78z]

Your life isn’t messy, it’s just life. I’ve never thought of it that way anyway. Some people just like to show the picture perfect part of it. ❤️🇸🇪❤️

[@mycontrolleddecay]

that way of viewing your own life is exactly what i needed to hear. I often feel like I don’t know myself and feel like I’m drifting. School is easy, friends are there, family is there. What does a drifting character need? I don’t know but I’m gonna find out. Also the cats are so cute!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

I love how you phrased it: a drifting character ❤

[@Vmarigold]

I admire your courage Chelsea of putting yourself out there and making a life for yourself, in NYC of all places and I think you’re doing great☺️👍

[@meghanadontireddy6002]

I love how you're becoming more creative with your camera angles! Its helps with natural storytelling and makes the video more interesting ❤

[@lmanderson2012]

Chelsea, your music choices are top tier. You're definitely on my list of top 3 vloggers.

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Awe thank you 🥲🩷

[@gille3557]

I’m here because of Lauren’s shout out and I’m so glad she recommended you. I’m LOVING your vlogs ❤

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Awe yay!! 🩷 thanks for being here

[@Sara_99_]

Your videos always keep me so much company and ispire me, I hope one day that I will be brave enough to start small steps towards a new chapter of my life

[@Ally_Mariee]

Love to settle in with a blanket and watch your videos. Best way to relax 😌

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

Chelsea! I love beginning my weekend by watching your KZbin videos. I'm glad that you did not let a temporary feeling get the best of you !

[@Eloquencce]

CHELSEAAA CONGRATULATIONS on having a rent stabilized lease that's freaking HUUUUGE!!! Housing stability for the kitten babies!!!!

[@thelaundress11]

YAS 👏🏻 I KNEW YOU WERE A CHILDLESS CAT LADY CHELS! Me too and I bought a shirt !!!! 😂

[@ohdeerdesign1387]

You had me at childless cat lady! I am a "childful" cat lady - 4 grown children (and a dog too!) - but I'm united with the cat ladies! Oh Lord the question about what would my life look like as a movie!!! Mine is my artwork. Making money doing something I love - we used to tell my Mom to "Make money selling your artwork"!!! She didn't listen and here I am - at 66, doing the same thing! And yes, I am the person who wanted to be a Mom and have many kids! - My four grown kids are my rock - heart and soul. I support people who don't want to have children also - I admire women who go after their dream and achieve them! Oh how I rambled here - Thank you for listening! LOL!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Love love love this!! thank you for sharing ❤

[@TheresaAlberti]

Another child-full cat lady here, love that term! I have 3 grown kids (but 2 have come back to live with me, oh well!). It's not too late to start doing what you dream of and love doing!. I'm soon to be 60, and that's what I'm telling myself, and I know so many great creatives didn't get started until late in life. Forge on!

[@ohdeerdesign1387]

@@TheresaAlberti Thank you for the encouragement! I am moving forward, maybe at a slow pace - but any movement forward is progress!!!

[@smeyer6960]

I love "childful cat lady'! I've wanted to join the movement but I have a human teenager. This allows me in, too, thank you! 💙😺

[@ohdeerdesign1387]

@@smeyer6960 Welcome!!!

[@JaninaGunderson]

As a fellow New Yorker, you can look up whether your unit is meant to be rent stabilized, seems like something fishy might have been going on - make sure they aren’t over-charging you! It is normal for only certain units to be rent-stabilized in buildings and not necessarily the whole building though.

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Thank you!! That’s super helpful

[@nunereclipsereborn]

​@@ChelseaCallahanA goddess walks among us

[@kelly4618]

Came for the title, stayed for the adventure! ❤

[@sususslavebeast8272]

Us childless cat ladies make the world more compassionate and understanding. Together we are stronger.

[@ChelseaCallahan]

💘💘💘

[@kristinesolhaug]

Watching your videos is one of the highlights of my weekend. I love how relatable your content is, so different from what most people post on here 💆🏼‍♀️ Please also know you are not alone in feeling a bit down at the moment. Sad to hear you had a couple of rough days after filming this video, but I’m glad to learn you feel better now 🫶🏼 Take care, Chelsea! I already look forward to next weekend and a new video from you! ❤️

[@Trigillia]

oh my goodness. Deli being so clingy and needy is the best thing I have ever seen in my entire life. Edit: I realized after I posted that makes it sound like your cats are my favorite part of your content but can you blame me?!?!?!?!

[@Danni-nn6tx]

So true Chelsea, thinking will only get us so far until we take aligned action to manifest what we want. I love seeing Gordo and Delila, they are so precious. Childless cat lady also ✨

[@jsmith4497]

The title… YESSSSSSSS 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@ShelbyLynnW]

I’m always so grateful when you post they come at just the right moment and are so relaxing and relatable! Chelsea you are literally my favorite person on the interwebs lol 💕😊

[@ChelseaCallahan]

❤

[@DenziBird]

Not sure if somebody has told you this lately but, YOU ARE DOING GREAT! Lots of love and light coming your way x

[@tammysarlo2590]

I am also a Childless cat lady( in my 50's ) lol, I also wanted to recommend litter box liners..so much easier! Or u can use a kitchen trash bag in a pinch. Like always love ur vlogs. Cant wait to see how ur project turns out. Love u ❤️🥰

[@joshuajones5197]

You know Chelsea, you being such an excellent parent to your cats. And you doing awesome. There's nothing wrong with that.

[@heididuffie9640]

You're such a good fur baby momma. Yay you!!!! Thank you for your honesty. I'm 47 and my daughter is 21. We enjoy watching you so much! We both deal with anxiety and depression and watching you power through it and being so honest is so awesome! You take care of yourself. My daughter seems to think it is your bday today .. 🤔 happy bday !!! Hugs from Niagara Falls, NY! ❤

[@florencequintana3092]

I am so happy to see Gordo and Delilah they look so happy with you. As for the apartment lease, I think you should stay there for at least another year. Cats are very territorial, and they hate anything new. You are doing an amazing job as a cat mama. Always look forward to your videos. ❤❤❤

[@ashleymyers3100]

2 favorite parts of the video: you talking & the cats are attacking each other on the bed being themselves 😂 The ⛱️ looked so peaceful & not crowded, love how you were reflecting on life & being thankful. I need to start writing down 4 things im thankful for everyday it helps keep you grounded.

[@comfyera]

😂 I love that you watch other vloggers!! As a fellow childless cat lady who also makes and watches vlogs I related with SO much of this video!

[@Marianne-F]

Love starting my Fridays with a Chelsea vlog ♥ (well Chelsea and caaaaats ♥) when life hits your hard, it's nice to have some things to look forwards to.

[@vgh332]

I love the duality of being excited the govt wont come after you HOWEVER that put a dent in your pocket for a sec 😩😂

[@caryncrossing]

Gordo’s tail! Omg the floof

[@callmecoops1722]

Your cats do make me laugh, especially when they’re getting up to mischief in the background. Also a fan of Lauren’s channel and also a child(free) cat lady. Great news about your rent 🎉

[@melaniejohnson606]

Yay! Glad you get to stay! Moving is no fun. Have a good weekend! ❤🐈‍⬛🐈

[@waggermama]

Thank you for the beach and the sunset. It’s good to reminded of the beautiful things in life ❤

NOW my Friday can commence🗽😻🥰

[@fanniszabo3457]

I saw Lauren's vlog where she mentioned you, now you mentioned her 🤩 you are two vloggers whose videos I always wait for and love to watch, it is so fun to realise you actually watch each other too ❤

[@bellstar238]

I found you because of Lauren. I really enjoy y’all’s content. Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@ChelseaCallahan]

🩷🩷

[@ItsClearlyTamara]

Chelseaaa get you a covered litter box ! I have one that looks like a bit plant pot from amazon! Or the top entry ones too. Keeps you from picking up so much litter.😻

[@ProcrastinatorsProgress]

You ARE my favorite Childless Cat Lady KZbinr living in NY 🥲❤ I’m so glad you get to stay in your apt. You’ve worked so hard on it!

[@SlavaBelchenko]

Gordo and Deli are such cuties hehe. My two cats (15 & 12 y/o) passed away recently. It's so heartwarming and calming to see your cats being playful, energized, and just funny. Have a great weekend, Chelsea. Thanks for the vlog! :)

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Awe I’m so sorry to hear that :( sending hugs!!

[@Silvain943]

it is saturday morning and I am drinking my hot water and watching this = so cozy + peaceful😊

[@JennySeason]

So happy to see that you’ll be staying in your current apartment! Enjoy the continued grounding, doll. Excited to watch more of your adventures. 😊

[@merlejune]

I really enjoyed this vlog! Thank you so much for sharing 😊

[@donneverae3050]

Excited to see your short film whenever you're pleased with it and also your process in creating it.

[@ShellyBomb]

🍁 YES - those Maple Leaf Cookies from Trader Joe's are delicious 😋 !!!

[@lauraelisee]

Omg Gordo is getting so big and fluffy! And Deli is so precious. Such cuties! ❤😊

[@herhere4714]

my two favorite chelseas in one vlog! you made my weekend :) tysm

[@nathg899]

Important info here: Maple sirup cookies had been invented in Province of Quebec. So, if you like the saver, YOU HAVE TO TASTE the Quebec versions. My choice of brand would be Christie, but Leclerc and Dare are good options too. If a friend of yours comes in Canada, especially in Quebec, ask him/her to bring you back a pack of those cookies. Available in any supermarket. You gonna fall for them. 🍪🍪🍪

[@suelala3706]

Love the Chelseas! Both so much fun.

[@Littlestrawberii]

Lovedddd this video I love how you show the everyday and also speak about the things going on in your mind around the time being filmed or edited I love hearing that it makes me think about different things too 🩷🩷 love the cats they are so goofy and sweet

[@ChelseaCallahan]

[@lexxalight]

thank you so much for this video. you said so many things which gave me clarity to understand my thoughts and ways of acting. with this knowledge i might solve some of my problems. xoxo from graz / austria...

[@nikasyz]

I wish you knew the kind of joy i feel when i see you uploaded

[@ChelseaCallahan]

❤❤❤

[@IsitriOm]

Congratulations on unlocking vlogger inception w Lauren 🤪

[@Coneil806]

I love watching your videos!!! I’m 53, age wise. Mind wise 35. I love your ethnic self! Thanks for being genuine.

[@elysebuehrer5981]

When you said “I’m insufferable,” I LOL’ed. I like insufferable Chelsea. Also that cookie moment… “JAIL.” Very fun vibes in this one. Happy weekend 🌇🍂

[@kaitlinvinson360]

Hey Chelsea. I've really been enjoying your vlogs. I've always wanted to live in New York. I am happy that I can see a realistic perspective of city life. Thank you for bringing joy to my day, and may you have great success.

[@Hasna256]

Hi Chelsea, I hope you are aware of the dangers of self cleaning litter boxes. Because you mentioned once I think that you were thinking of getting one maybe. I just saw a video about this titled 'The DEADLY self-cleaning litter boxes that have flooded the market' and I'm now going to warn every cat owner I know irl and on social media. And thanks for your vlogs! I'm also a crazy cat lady, in her late 30's living in Europe :)

[@RebeccaABeaudoin]

Coming from a huge cat lady in Maine, love this

[@marljusweety]

I saw RawBeautyKristi once say that she figured most people never reached their end goals during their lives, that she thought you should set goals to reach for and it was ok not to get there as long as you felt you were going somewhere. I got sad for her. Im 45 and I feel I have reached my goals. I got to where I want to be in life and I have the whole second part of my life to enjoy it and do "side quests". My kid is grown up, living on their own. I got my masters and I have a job I love. Im living in a house that suits me and my wonderful husband, in an area we love, close to my family and workplace. Im happy. And from here on, every adventure I choose to go on or challenge thrown at me will be dealt with knowing my base and home is a safe place and I have a great support system if I fall and need help getting back on track. It feels great. I hope you all reach your goals and get to just enjoy life as well. ❤

[@jenniferqm24]

I can't believe I've been watching your channel for over a year! I doesn't feel like it! It feels like yesterday when you moved in.... First time commenting ❤ sending love from a childless cat lady in Costa Rica 🌺🐱

[@Jennifer-y6y]

I was listening to you talk about the rent stabilisation honestly- but I have to admit I was distracted by the kitties 😂

[@oohlookatthatdoggo]

Chelsea this bathing suit is so cuttte

[@KierraJ_]

Loved your energy and humor in this vlog!

[@hiwayman981]

MAPLE LEAF COOKIES!!! My family has been noshing on those "sin-bites" for over a decade, and still has not tired of them yet!!! Enjoy!

[@laurahorton9391]

Love those final shots!! So beautiful

[@susansontags]

holy moly the ending montage is SO beautiful..... that sunset !!!! i also love your gingham swimsuit, so cute!! 🥹❤

[@ChelseaCallahan]

🩷🩷

[@kristinaboyce9297]

Love that Chelsea H was a part of your movie panel. (Saw her tour and she is both savage and fabulous). And, I support all childless cat ladies - not childless, but a major cat lady myself. Enjoy the beautiful weather and cat cuddles this weekend! ❤️🍁 🐾

[@taylor_elainee]

you're killing the vlogs as always chelsea

[@nan----]

You should look into getting a three sided covered cat box. No spills!!👍😊

[@stephaniea1398]

Cat hack, try clipping their claws when they are sleeping! Also, keep the amazon boxes and especially the brown paper, unroll it and leave it over the boxes and the cats will play for hours!

[@mohenn22smith27]

The beach was so pretty. Cute swimsuit! And the cats going crazy jumping on the bed. Your place looks lovingly lived in now! ❤

[@mariucav6171]

Friday evening with Chelsea!!!!!!!❤❤❤😊

[@MerriannSherwood]

Congrats on the small rent increase. If I calculated correctly only 3%. I've rented for years in expensive metro areas and seems 7% is pretty standard, but in recent years significantly more. I always dread renewal time. I had a similar scenario once that the lease ended, didn't hear anything from management and like you just kept paying old rate and hoping for the best, then 2 months later they raised the rent 15% with no lease leaving themselves room for additional increases. Thank you for sharing! I'm so happy for you and delighted to know there are decent landlords after all.

[@l.a.c.e.]

You’re right! Chelsea handler is the OG Cat Lady! I love her! Taylor is as iconic, but she’s not been around quite as long as Chelsea!

[@3boymama]

I'm so glad you get to stay in your apartment! That will give you even more time to make it even cuter. Love the kitty content, but don't even try to be like Handler. She used to be funny but then seemed to get bitter & crass. You are way more fun to watch than she ever could be, and your tribe of friends are also very good people who give out fun, positive content. I'm looking forward to seeing what advent calendar you're doing this year.

[@XoCortanaXo]

One of my favorite books takes place over a summer at Rockaway beach. I was so happy to see it right now!😀 So thank you for sharing the footage of what it looks like. 🧡

[@rachael2916]

I’ve never related more to the music over the “next subway in 12 minutes” clip and the standing there with a steamer while brain cells load and staring into the abyss for a few seconds clip. 😂 Also not me wanting to find those maple leaf cookies at TJs during my trip there today. Lastly is that a new filter in the vlog adding an espresso and/or warmer vibe? We love!! Congrats on the stabilised unit and thanks for a great vlog! 🎉 Enjoy your weekend!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Haha yes get them if you see them!! So good. Also yes I actually accidentally filmed with a different picture profile setting on my camera but it was a happy mistake!! 😂

[@bonnieroots3019]

Gordo in the background when you're talking about rent.....hilarious! Ps I have a secret ..nobody has it all figured out, most are just bobbing along xxx

[@Migkip6146]

Hey Chelsea, u show that with perserverance u are able to achieve anything! ❤

[@meadowsbloom]

Just like last time, right at dinner time! Thanks for the video chelsea, have a good day! ❤

[@morganfortier7929]

I need those maple cookies!!!

[@vgh332]

0:44 those cookies are fire and love your Rugrats shirt

[@MrQuaazga]

Thanks for the nice and calming video!😊

[@carissamcmasters]

Hooray for surprise rent stabilization! Hard to believe you have been in your new plan nearly a year! Cheers to year ✌️ in your cute place. I have the same turquoise Neso beach tent. Love it! ☀️

[@lizzabbott]

Those kittens are so happy ! Great Job, Mamma! I always just get my cat’s claws trimmed @ the vet. Or my daughter does it for me when she’s here … was a veterinary asst for 5 years in her 20s, AND has a cat, of COURSE ! My cat is 6 tho and not as rambunctious, so doesn’t need a trim as often. Congrats on another year @ your amaazing apt ! Liz

[@Phantomstories1831]

Looking forward to the film your still my fave youtuber ❤

[@GulfCoastLady]

Childless Cat Ladies unite!! I'm not childless but I do have a cat, so I stand with ALL of you ❤

[@arabellat]

great video generally (as always) but i generally laughed out loud while the cats were being naughty while you were steaming your shorts hahahaa

[@Tims75312]

The beach views looked so nice. Congratulations on been 1 year in your apartment 🎉

[@richardottley4611]

I love her your Nickelodeon tee.. ohhhh goodie.. the joys of being a kid again 😂

[@KierraJ_]

Also, I have so much peace in my place, single, just me and my dog. I love my job. I love my routine, hobbies etc and I’m not interested in anything other than someone adding to my life. No room for subtractions .

[@shannonT3271]

I so look forward to your videos and I love to see Deli and Gordo wrestling in the background 😂.