Kylie on Deadbeat Elf on Shelf, Cat Timeline & Choice to Not Have Kids with Charissa Thompson | Ep 3

[@snehalsinha3637]

I love how she calls it 'The Other Podcast' 😂😂😂

[@megansmith4121]

No cross promotion here 🙅‍♀️😂

[@FlagCutie]

Same!

[@OneStopBeauty22]

The other podcast isn't under Wave Sports anymore so she can't say the name lol

[@Patikake14]

The other podcast is #1 for a reason

[@eljobo3258]

​@OneStopBeauty22 yes it is. It's still produced by Wave.

[@gracieface07]

My favorite is “I’m not going to lie to you guys, but I will lie to my kids”

[@Terpsicore0421]

Always!

[@stephaniejynelleimhoff854]

Who hasn't?!

[@erin723]

💯

[@hbbean88]

Let that guilt go sister! Gotta do what you gotta do…

[@RingYourDoorbell]

Can relate!

[@pattistanford5951]

I am a 65-year-old mother and grandmother. Thank you for a podcast that reaches across the age gap. I have already gone through the child raising issues. So, I pour me a cup of coffee, lace it with Bailey's and sit back and laugh for an hour. Thank you! As a mother that raised 2 girls and 1 grandson, I feel like I have earned it. LOL. THANK YOU!!!!!!

[@AnnaMiller-p2q]

💙💙🤌🤌 I feel that! I am a 43 year old mom. My daughter is an adult now and am fresh in this "Me time". This podcast really is for all of us!!! I don't drink, but have my 💨💨 enjoying this podcast in my RV on my new journey! 💙💙

[@HildaOwen-e4f]

Same 🩷🩷🩷🩷 She’s so real and I’m so glad she’s doing this podcast.

[@JenBee1]

Haha! Love this!! 🙌 ❤

[@ethelgibbs512]

I feel like I've earned it also. However im a 67 y.o. Grandma lvg in Atlanta STILL raising ny 11 & 10 y.o. grandkids while my bonus dtr finishes her 2nd nursing degree. She has spent 10k on gastro surgery & $4k on golden doodles > $0 to send me or her parents on a real vacay & upset if we talk 2 her @ children saying there's no food in the frig!!! Any tips 🙏🏽 lmk

[@LanieJohnson-fc7jz]

You go girl!

[@tamaracrowe29]

Thank you so much showcasing Charissa’s story and decision to not have children. I made the same decision for almost exactly the same reasons! Someone once asked me if I feel “selfish” for not having children, and I was so shocked! The decision I made was because I didn’t want to bring a child into the world if I couldn’t provide them with everything they deserved. I think it was the opposite of selfish. So thank you for this. Love the podcast so much. ❤

[@Lapsiroo]

Me too. Wow. It just resonates so much.

[@meganedwards1039]

Mine was more of a health reasoning. I have Cerebral Palsy (mild) with seizures. And I've always said I'm not willing to risk my health just so I can say I brought another life into the world. Being on the short side (4 foot 9 and a half) I know they would outweigh me and be taller than me and that would be a hassle for me in the long term.

[@Trish-tb2qy]

It is selfless. When you are raised by a single mom who you see for 20 minutes a day and watch her struggle with working over time and being exhausted and a deadbeat dad, your perspective is quite different.

[@charmaynemerrill7794]

This! Such a great conversation on this episode and such an important topic!

[@pennymitchener7528]

Thank you for talking about this subject. I am 60 years old and I knew in HS that I had no desire to become a mother. I never kept it a secret, people thought I would out grow it...but here I am, living my best life, child free. I feel in love with the Kelce family just before the Kelce Bowl. I enjoy both Podcast and watch every week. Kylie your are doing a great job! Thanks for being YOU!

[@Lakejoe-o8p]

Kylie Kelce is a national treasure.

[@robertsanssouci2093]

Yep 💯

[@kwoylee5617]

An international one!

[@kenc1800]

I have always said that!

[@janpierzchala2004]

Speaks Megyn Kelly style who is so great too

[@Kellendras1]

Please......she's a global sensation. 🎉

[@jb42588]

As someone who is 35 and child free by choice with my husband.. thank you so much for this episode. I respect the hell out of my friends who are parents and love that they are committed to family. It was just never for me with how volatile my life was growing up ❤ 10/10

[@stephaniejynelleimhoff854]

Good for you knowing what you both did not want to do. Being a parent is a choice. I wish people would stop being surprised when couples chose not to have kids.

[@katielittle4491]

For a second I thought “Mr.Swift” was Travis 😂😂

[@brie1596]

Same here 😂

[@melindy3]

I had to pause it to do the math in my head 😂

[@danielachamorro8783]

ME TOO

[@WVmountainmama_to_ENC]

Same 😂

[@jacquelinemilom4164]

Me too.

[@chandler2606]

I love that you are fostering a safe space for women to support women! Great podcast Queen Kiana!!!!!!

[@antonkemperjr4128]

Ill try helping

[@JW-28]

Do people not support women? News to me.

[@Redditor6079]

What's a safe space? Sounds silly like something a 1st grader would say

[@mistig616]

So back in 2018 my daughter had just had 6 brain surgeries and all she wanted to do was see Taylor Swift and so we got to go to the Reputation show in Nashville and I had the same reaction watching her sing every song. She had to miss the show in Tampa that we bought tickets for in 2016 because she was undergoing brain surgery on the day of the show. She was 17 at the time and so we fulfilled our promise to her 2 years later. It was so magical.

[@BigDave58]

I’m a 26 year old man and can’t get enough of Kylie! You are hysterical and I love hearing the stories you have

[@KatieJessup]

Our elf got sick with the flu for 2 weeks and “couldn’t move till she was better.” Her loving elf hubby, stays by her side after reporting back to Santa. I went deep with our lies 😂😂😂

[@dawnlawandarobinson]

Kylie, thank you for talking about motherhood “the other way” for those of us who’ve chosen not to bear children, and for a vast amount of reasons that folks should respect because you never know someone’s story. Thoroughly enjoyed Charissa. I’m sure she’ll be back. Love you 😘

[@amycarlile]

Really appreciate the discussion about not having kids. Doesn't get talked about enough.

[@shannon.shields13]

as a fellow non-mother who thought I would be, I feel so validated after your conversation with Charissa! never got married (thank god!) but came close twice in long term relationships that just became so chaotic and toxic and destructive I had to take a step back and ask myself, how do you keep ending up here? Both relationships destroyed me, and with added PTSD from multiple deployments, I just decided it was more important to protect my peace, and potentially any child’s wellbeing, from being in that orbit. Maybe someday when I retire, and don’t move every 3-5 years, I’ll be a foster mom.

[@ameliadavis1979]

Hope your PTSD gets better. No one should ask anyone anything about having children. It is so offensive. I married my high school boyfriend who went in the Navy, as I am sure you know wives, especially ones whose husband's go out to sea are almost required to have children. I told my then boyfriend I did not want to have kids. He agreed. I am not cut out for human children. I am very much cut out for animal children. I am now 54 and do not regret it. I prefer not to be around them or hear them to this day, but any stray cat or dog that comes up to me, I will give so much love and start feeding them. I got sidetracked. Sorry. Everyone constantly asked us when we were going to have children. We both said never then they would say something like "I am so sorry. Why can't you have them or you can still adopt." How dare people assume I physically can't have them, that that must be the only reason we aren't having them." Do not make anyone ever make you feel less than or something is wrong with you! It is your life. Live it how you want.🫡

[@shannon.shields13]

@@ameliadavis1979 I know exactly how that feels, even being single! I finally went no contact with my father after he asked me when I was going to get out of the Army so “he could have more grandchildren”. I reminded him that a) I didn’t have a significant other b) I could have kids AND be in the military c) i wasn’t a brood mare for him to have more grand kids to disappoint d) it was none of his business!!! I love kiddos, usually, thought I wanted them. Just wasn’t going to have one when I wasn’t mentally, emotionally, or financially ready to. the first two never happened, so I rescued a kitten on the deployment I had right after I went NC, and got a doggo during lockdown (my pit passed right after I got home from that tour). I’m the same with strays as well! I attract them 😹 One now resides with my Mom. But as far as kids, the only thing I regret are the relationships that broke me, but that’s a whole lot of trauma therapy to come. And as a military spouse 🫡 right back atcha!!! You guys go thru as much trauma as us, just a different kind. Happy Holidays!!!

[@busymomof3girlz]

Charissa is spot on with her description of Taylor concerts. We were lucky enough to go for KCnight1, she's a one of a kind entertainer.

[@jleighwolfe]

Stoppp i love that you do a little art show and talk about their art. As an artost who grew up with supportive parents who fostered my love of art, it makes me immensely happy to know that you respect and honor art and creativity with your girls. They may not grow up to pursue it as a passion, but holding that space for it as a worthwhile activity is so important.

[@AnnaMiller-p2q]

OMG!!! Three pods in and it keeps getting better! I love this so much! You are killing it Kylie!! 💙💙💙

[@LanieJohnson-fc7jz]

Agree! I can't wait for Thursdays!❤❤❤

[@maryambriz2641]

So, there is a clip of you (Kylie) standing behind Travis at the ERAS concert when it looks like he’s tearing up a little. The look on your face is so sweet and I truly felt you were so happy for him. I’m so glad he’s got you in his corner.😊

[@gema2327]

I love that every time Kylie talks about her guest for the day she looks giddy with excitement. What a girls girls! I’m not much for podcasts but so far I’ve enjoyed this one. Feels like a safe space for women and I love it💖

[@veronicapollock]

"I'm done making decisions because the other person wants that" PREACH! SO proud of you for standing in your power and choosing things for YOU and not to please others! Such a great episode and conversation!

[@rachaelstollberg3792]

I’m so here for women supporting and empowering women!! Loving this podcast!!

[@jenandharveyb]

Kylie, You have a real knack for making so many different kinds of people feel SEEN. 🏆 The comment sections always show that you've successfully created a SAFE place for people to share authentic truths of their lives and uplift each other. 💕 THANK YOU for coming out of the corner! 👑

[@kerrisouth]

I love this wonderful comment!

[@melindy3]

I can see Kylie and Taylor having a sweet friendship. They both have that quirky/original/sweet personality. The animal lover segment is giving Taylor talking about cats😅. Also my daughter asked me “why does my elf just move from shelf to shelf” 😅😂😂

[@Zion-Williamson]

They go to bohemian groove together

[@tootsla1252]

I only watch 2 podcasts: Jason and Travis and You! Ain’t no time for being bored. You’re crushing it!

[@shannamckay6588]

Such good stuff Kylie! As someone who's never gotten pregnant, and became a stepmom at 45, I totally related to your story of pulling over the car and telling our daughter, 'okay, you're not listening, and maybe you need to walk home and think about what you're doing'. Phew, I felt that moment. That then 7 year old is now 26, and lovely as can be and I'm so grateful she came out the other side of those times. My only thought for Charissa, who I am now a big fan of, is I'm so glad she is giving herself grace for any mistakes or choices in the past. We all make them, and we can all get better every day. Much love to you wonderful people.

[@bkirstie]

i don’t make mistakes, i call them something else

[@jamiechirempes8856]

This episode spoke to my soul. My husband and I are choosing to not have children..... it's so nice to hear someone else speak to this. Thank you for doing this, Kylie. ❤️

[@angiemayorga9292]

This is my favorite episode so far, I met Charissa because of the episode they made about the Eras tour, but that didn't allow me to see the depth of her personality, and the conversation about choosing not to be a mom... I have made that decision, for different reasons, but to listen to someone talk so genuinely about this and to not get criticized by the host (props to Ky for this) It is amazing ❤

[@paularasmussen1013]

I’m a failed tooth fairy, elf on the shelf and Santa. My girls are 14 and 15 now and I’m so thankful I don’t have to lie about why the tooth fairy fell sleep and why does an old fat white man get credit for me shopping for Christmas and spending my hard earned money. It was so liberating when my girls got older and I explained to them I’m not good at this parenting thing and I’ve never done it before so any feedback would be helpful. Keeping it real with my girls has definitely made us closer. Thanks for your podcast and give Tay Tay a hug for me. Love you all ❤

[@HissingKitty2008]

Thank you for bringing pet ownership to light. I worked in animal welfare for 12 years, educating the public on this topic, is appreciated. And yes, eventually when the time is right, Jason will cave and you’ll get your cat (or 2). Kyle’s practical honesty and integrity are much needed in today’s world. I wish you much continued success. May your Christmas be beautifully blessed.

[@maih6921]

Anyone else hears Kylie say “but first” and in your head you finish with “as always… new news !!! “ 😂

[@FlagCutie]

Charissa: Kylie, get out of the corner IMMEDIATELY! Kylie: NO! My corner! Thanks for another great guest and another great ep!

[@stephstarks07]

I’m really grateful for yall talking about choosing not to have kids. I’m in a space of deciding that and listening to people who have kids and don’t together was healing

[@lynnlong1656]

I loved getting to know Charissa Thompson and hear her truth!! That was really powerful.

[@maryallen9391]

Thank you for having a conversation about women who choose to not have kids!!! Soooooooo important to the world!

[@sheriwarnken8082]

Thank you for letting women speak about their experiences and how they can only control themselves so that is what she chooses to focus on. Great message!

[@barbararapson2952]

I love, love, love the “I do not have it figured out”

[@cheriewillhide1843]

Thank you so much for the conversations around Motherhood. I was only blessed with one child due to fertility issues. I can't tell you how many times I was told that I was going to ruin my son's life because he was an only child. It made me feel like I had to explain my medical history to complete strangers. These open conversations are so valuable. Thank you Kylie

[@RosenlundTara]

Same, I've got tons of fertility issues so when people ask me why I only have one, I question myself on where to start and what to reveal in the conversation. Sometimes just saying he was our miracle after 10 yrs of trying is enough but other times I'll let them know how many miscarriages I've had

[@cheriewillhide1843]

@RosenlundTara and they have no idea how painful those conversations are. Bless you and your family ❤️

[@Trish-tb2qy]

That level of judgement is some kind of mental illness. People are so mean, you certainly don't owe anyone an explanation.

[@Knnh3x]

I was what they called a habitual aborter, my body rejected the egg and 4 miscarriages, I was lucky to have my one son who tried to come out at 5 months.

[@bkirstie]

jesus none of their business

[@itninja9503]

This is such a wierd Podcaast for me to love, I feel like I am crashing Girls night. Then I get all choked up on a story about a Cancer Warrior at a TS concert. Kylie is the real deal..

[@lindafrizzell6824]

I am 67 years old and made the decision to not have children very early on. When I started dating my eventual husband, I made it very clear to him that I did not want children. Not that I dislike them but I knew I would be happy being a stay at home mom and I certainly did not have what it would take to work and also a good mother. I don’t think most people give it much thought and the all of a sudden when the kids are there, they realize that it is one of the hardest jobs in life to be a really good parent. I’ve heard all kinds of derogatory comments about that decision and yet today at 67 I know I made the absolute right decision for me.

[@Trish-tb2qy]

Me too, exactly. I am 50. I watched my mom do it all, she was always exhausted and working over time. It was a terrifying thing to think I may find myself in the same boat if I didn't have children with the right person. I don't have a strong maternal instinct anyway and just never thought I would be very good at mothering. I do not like judgement around this issue one bit in either direction; whether you have 10 kids or zero kids every woman is going to make the best decision for herself.

[@traciberry5141]

Yes! I made that decision as a child. I may not have been able to articulate it then, but I always knew my happiness would come from my career.

[@lindafrizzell6824]

@@Trish-tb2qy Yes I hear ya. I also spent a lot of time looking after my siblings and new how much work that required. And it’s funny how some people can give you grief yet are not the best parents themselves. And actually the bottom line is it was the best choice for me.

[@kwoylee5617]

Same. By the time I was 8 years old, I knew I didn't want kids. I'm in awe of how much work and stress parents deal with, and knew it wasn't for me. I often think my mother had children because it was just the expected thing to do back then. I've never received any criticism for my choice, but I've been startled by the number of middle-aged women with adult children who have confessed to me (completely unprompted and often by people I barely knew!), that while they loved their kids, they wouldn't choose to do it again.

[@bkirstie]

yea, how do most women not give it much thought? I mean, this is fucking life-changing. I don’t think my parents did either. They just popped out five kids, never budgeted a budget and completely neglected us emotionally. now 3/4 sisters have had 39+ years of therapy

[@susanrinde5598]

Elf’s are monitors, not gift bearers! My niece’s husband wrote a legal letter explaining why the Elf left, that they were so good that the Elf needed to move on. Genius!

[@gretchenturzo3704]

Thank you for being 2 strong and powerful women helping to uplift other women. I am a 55-year-old woman with an 18 year-old daughter who is a fan and got me into listening. I was thinking during your conversation about some women not being supportive, that there’s a power structure that causes that. I don’t think it’s innate to women. I think it is because women are only given breadcrumbs of power, and then they fight over it, which is Purposeful in patriarchy. In my generation, we never thought about that and it feels like that is changing now. Yay and thanks for contributing to the change! ❤

[@denisegraves1422]

This podcast is the best!! I’m a wife, mom of 2 and work full time from home. This podcast brings so much levity and joy even when tackling hard topics. Thanks for all you do!

[@chrisc4264]

Thank you Kylie for having this discussion and topic. I'm glad that Clarissa is speaking of her past experiences and bravo to her for not wanting children. I will also say however men should not be vilified for not wanting kids either. I grew up in an abusive family situation. Even if I met the right person I would not want children. I'm not trying to sound difficult or mean but my upbringing has cemented that decision. I love pets and animals. People are not in that same category to me.

[@giovannavogt3143]

FROM THE WOMEN WHO FEEL THE SAME, WHO FELT THAT IN THEIR GUT & SOUL, THANK YOU 🙏🏼

[@twistedangelmoto]

Thank you!! As a woman who wanted kids, but life took a different path. I can relate to this chat. Well done & appreciate you both!! 🙏🏼♥️

[@LalaCreatesCo]

Honestly we need longer episodes Kylie ! 😅

[@jimmyjoallen7858]

Nah let her do what she wants

[@nikd.4897]

It's 4 hour hour podcast edited to 49 minutes.

[@michelleneal7206]

Carissa Erin and Kylie are such a power trio for us women! I FREAKING LOVE ALL 3 OF YOU❤❤

[@HildaOwen-e4f]

I’m fairly certain the Kardashian days are long gone!! No comparison to these women 💪🏼💪🏼🤌🏼🫶🏽

[@alyssaroman2057]

@@HildaOwen-e4f 💯 - these 3 ladies r so amazing! I’ve listened to the Calm Down Podcast for awhile now n they r awesome n always have me laughing. loving Kylie’s so far - just so real n raw n so hilarious ❤

[@teresap9541]

I appreciate this podcast and the empowerment of women it fosters, the honesty of the rigors of life. The interview about Charissa and the honesty of her choice to not have kids refreshingingly real, honest. Thank you ladies.

[@paulqschwartz8593]

Kylie your podcast is so great. Your so down to earth. Jason and you should be crowned King and Queen of Philly. Your interview with Clarissa was so awesome. ❤

[@Floppycats]

"Do people actually have a preferred side?" This is why I love you - so refreshing and normal. I also think it would be fun to have an episode of just questions with you and no guest...I think people would love to just hear the questions and listen to your answers. Ha ha, on your Elf on the Shelf lies - I actually like that lie about her wings being wet because can you imagine how Wyatt envisioned that in her head - so you increased her imagination tenfold. Charissa Thompson, I am also a 12-year-old boy when it comes to those comments =). YAY on Stick with KC!! It meant so much to those kids for you to do that, and it also helped KC Field Hockey tremendously.

[@Smallgirl24]

Really appreciating all these honest conversations with beautiful, strong and successful women that have different realities. Really appreciated Charissa’s honesty and perspective about children/motherhood.

[@DremaBanton]

I love Kylie Thursdays!

[@ireneblack2638]

I'm so excited to see her. I cracked up when she talked about the hair tie not working on her pants because of being 2 pregnant. I did the same thing. She is just so relatable in so many ways!

[@anitadehoyos7442]

Kylie your killing it!! I love ur podcast!! ❤

[@hollykimbrell8293]

I'm so glad someone asked about the rainbow pic! I had a feeling it was a sibling-on-sibling crime. Keep it up, Kylie!! Love what you're doing!

[@One-eyedFats]

Great episode again! 🎉 As someone who loves kids but couldn't have them, I felt a bit like an interloper in this space until today. Thanks, Kylie. You're like a friend I haven't met yet. Happy holidays, everyone! 💛

[@ksi3352]

That second Dunkin ad transition was so funny. Keep up the great work 🎉

[@jeniferb7538]

I love this show/podcast!!!! And Charissa Thompson is so strong for making the decision for her and be so strong to talk about it !!!! She is such a force for being honest !! Thanks Kylie for bringing strong women to your podcast!! ❤❤much love and you deserve this awesome tool .❤❤

[@theogtana]

Best episode yet! Loving the transitions and music!!!! Also best convo with Charissa and… yes Eras Tour memories!!! ❤❤❤

[@triciawinkler6172]

As a woman with kids who has divorced, I applaud this conversation and perspective. So true. So glad this is out there for other women to feel not alone in the choices they make for themselves.

[@wendyreiners9484]

I love the calm down podcast and you DO have business talking to them. This episode was amazing!!

[@PobParker]

“Well, well, well…” I’m secretly watching this at work and she made me laugh out loud and almost get caught! 😂 As much as she likes to be behind the scenes, the world needs more Kylie Kelce in it ❤️

[@albertbergeron2647]

I am a 66 YO Father and Grandfather, but I love Kylie's podcast, because she is funny and real. I had a conversation at a Christmas Party two nights ago with a young couple who did not want children. I said to them that their decision was OK. They had the means, Charissa has the means, but it is OK. I applaud them for that.

[@craigspooner9221]

Your first time on “The Other Podcast” you were asked, who is funnier, you or your husband. You answered, your husband. I have to say that I think that the both of you are two of the funniest people in the podcast world. I’ll also add that the other person on that “Other Podcast” is right there with both of you. Can’t imagine family gatherings.

[@karenheaton5829]

Love your podcast, Kylie! You are so down to earth and real-it is very refreshing! How do you manage your time so that each of your children get quality Mom time as you get busier and are now expecting another baby?

[@MarriedMrs]

@ 37:00 Ladies, this conversation was so good❤ Marriages are complicated, fertility is complicated and everyone's journey is their own to live, whatever that is for them. Embracing all the people in your life and the complicated choices that make them the people that you love is what its all about❤

[@LeahJo13]

The way you two lift each other up is amazing! Literally teared up at the end. Love this podcast soooo much!!!

[@jenrt927]

Thanks for introducing us to Charissa! Loved this ep as usual.

[@mellyast]

Love this podcast!! I always felt bad that our elf was “lazy” and forgot to move. I often told my child that the elf saw him do something and was giving him an extra day to do better. He would tell on himself and be a perfect angel all day.

[@tammymottola45]

Loved her honesty about not having children.

[@AGschwind]

This is the best thing since Peanut Butter. I am never early for anything other than this and the New heights Pod Cast :)

[@christinamellow9824]

GET SOME SHIRTS, COFFEE MUGS, HOODIES WITH THE I'M NOT GONNA LIE ON THEM.😊😊😊😊😊😊💙💙💜💜🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@leos3144]

Yesssss

[@delana9398]

YES!!!

[@stephenhjerpe3949]

❤. You choked up when you admitted the kitten was for you. ❤❤❤❤

[@BcRc724]

What a fuckin QUEEN to not spoil it for us with sick kids home from school today. I instantly turned the volume down to only I can hear and am still listening. What a goat fukin move. THANK YOU 🥰

[@Betty-Boop809]

I was wondering how many parents this applies to 😂🥰

[@lindsayphilibotte2681]

The validation I feel after listening to Charissa not wanting to have children now is overwhelming, I really needed to hear that from an outside source. Thank you so much for this ❤

[@JeanneBalaoing]

Love both podcasts. Have watched Charissa & Erin as sports commentators and enjoy them so much. I love their humor. They've handled themselves graciously in the sports world. Excellent role models for young women.

[@SharonVenable-jg7kq]

My attention is so focused on your PC. I so like your “mater of fact” attitude. Your approach to Wife,motherhood, and You! Are spot on. It’s a nice to hear someone like you.

[@66jennywren]

Thank you Carissa for your gut honesty and being so real!

[@amygoshorn1667]

Thank you for sharing the topic of women choosing not to have children. My daughter has made this choice & I do not fault her for this, in the least bit! If you know, you know! Love the podcast & all of these women you have EVERY business talking to! 😊

[@nancylevy1060]

My daughter wasn’t athletic enough to play on a sports team, but she was a musician, so being in marching band and orchestra instills the same types of values.

[@reedsawyer5704]

Kylie, you are killing it. You are so funny, and competent, and you just make your guests feel so comfortable, and you make this seem like a conversation, not an interview. Bravo!

[@Delilahrae11]

Best episode yet! Thank you for this conversation.

[@krice5917]

Love Carrisa. So glad you had her on. Great episode. Merry Christmas

[@LeslieDavis-jo3tm]

At 34 I used infertility drugs only for a short period of time. I have PCOS which causes infertility issues. I am now 60 and don't regret my decision to continue to go further. Since the age of 24 I've been involved in cat rescue I thought I was done , last year I took in an injured feral cat who is fiv positive to live with me and my 2 other rescue cats and rescue dog whom I brought in after my dad passed away and I was the only daughter who promised neither would be put in a nursing home. Mom had dementia, I thought my dog Jake would be good for her, instead he turned out to be my savior. I haven't been without a cat or multiple in 37 years. They are great for the soul. People do horrific things to animals, I'm not a crazy cat lady, saving these animals has brought me great joy!❤❤❤❤ Happy childless cat lady

[@clhsocial]

I identify as a “cat-crazy lady” - I’m crazy about cats, but not crazy in general.

[@bella8220]

Thank you for showcasing the topic of choosing to not have children. Both of my children are choosing to not have children. More women need to talk about this... Everyone keeps asking when my kids are having kids. When I say never, they ask me dont you want to be a grandmother? I just tell them my children's choice to not be a parent has nothing to do with me being a grandparent. I love many children... I have many that I treat like grandchildren. My children especially love that I do not pressure them into being parents. So far, I love what this podcast is about. BTW, my favorite Kelce is Kylie!

[@barbarazarrella2823]

Loved Charissa’s honesty, I can totally relate💙. Great conversation.

[@pamelaschultz2959]

I love that you have a dead beat Elf. Such a real approach to what should be something fun and not complicated. Kudos

[@Lapsiroo]

Loving Charissa’s story. I made the same exact decision and resonate so much with how she came to her decision! ❤

[@fail1st410]

52 y/o Dad here of an almost 20 y/o young woman. I love this podcast and how you are lifting each other up. Very positive and Kylie really comes across as though she’s been doing this for years.

[@sandraclements7942]

Kylie, Thank you for speaking about not having children. I was 13 years old when I found out that I would never be able to conceive or carry a child, due to Endometriosis. I was the only female cousin that was born with Endometriosis, my other female cousins were able to have children and contracted endometriosis afterwards. Growing up from my female cousins who were mother's treated me differently. During conversations around the table at gatherings they would tell me (no matter my age) that MY opinions did not matter for I never would be a mother or fully let alone a woman. On Mother's Day, I would wish woman "happy woman's day" especially to woman who were like me. Just because I am childless does not mean I don't have the instincts or compassion. Again Thank you! Merry Christmas to YOU and your family!

[@cwhipp9805]

Just so you know...people with endo can still have kids. I have had endo since I hit puberty. I have 5 children. No problems conceiving. What keeps women from conceiving is the hormones they put you on to contain the endo. I hate that drs tell women endo will keep them from being a mom if they want to be one. It's not true.

[@katiekadrlik5716]

Kylie, thank you so much for having this conversation. I am 27 and don’t know where I stand about wanting kids. I appreciate hearing more from women who are taking the child-free path.

[@SippingT123]

Thursday’s have never been better! Love Charissa! So I’m looking for to her part. Have a great day!!❤

[@stshack]

I appreciate your thoughtfulness about all the complications for getting a cat. Please remember, cats are individuals too. Some will love to live with four little girls others will not what’s best for the cat too.

[@amybottcher8538]

This was just fantastic!!!! I so wish you were doing this when my kids were little. I felt so pressured to be perfect. And nobody talked about being anything but. There wasn't room to be human without massive judgements from family and other moms. Thank you so very much for showing the world, by being real and authentic that being a mom is yes, hard, and also so worth it. ❤️

[@Mags-ei6co]

One of my new favorite podcasts. Great job, can't wait to see what you have coming next.. subscribed!

[@EmilyMaideGraauw]

I have never felt so seen as a parent! Haha! Thank you, Kylie!

[@SBev-ci6fi]

Love Charissa spreading her love to her animals and totally understand and respect her logic in not having children! Now I have another podcast to watch!

[@artbonneau1386]

I love your show it’s just interesting and entertaining. I’m an old man with a beautiful daughter I adopted 22 years ago and grew up not wanting kids my choice but now I couldn’t be more proud of her. I am 73 years old and never felt so loved. So it’s never too late if you change your mind. It’s always your choice. Kylie keep up the good job people want to hear what you say.

[@teresousa3940]

Wow, just incredible. I’ve been in 92% since their podcast begin and I just love your podcast. It’s so refreshing. Thank you for taking the time.♥️😇

[@Kaylebsonblue]

Kylie is the best…💙

[@timworrell4057]

I have nothing bad to say! I’m born and raised in the Philly suburbs and can tell you’re from here and your husband is Philly royalty! Therefore, you can pretty much do whatever you want and we all ❤ you!