Family Pressure

Some people treat your reproductive choices like they’re placing an order at a drive-thru. “You should have more kids!” Oh really, Carol? Should I throw in twins while I’m at it? Whether you’ve got one child, none, or a full soccer team, chances are someone’s said this to you — usually with a weird mix … Read more

There’s always that one person — usually a relative with zero chill — who drops the classic line: “When are you getting married?” Like it’s small talk, not a loaded question about your entire life plan. It doesn’t matter if you’re single, dating, or just vibing — somehow your relationship status becomes everyone’s business. And … Read more

So, you’re just trying to enjoy a family dinner, a casual coffee, or even a quiet scroll through social media—and bam—someone drops the classic: “When are you having kids?”Whether it’s a nosy aunt, a friend with parenting advice you didn’t ask for, or a coworker trying to make small talk, this question always shows up … Read more

“Why are you still single?” Ah yes — the dreaded question that somehow makes its way into every family dinner, holiday party, or small talk with an overly curious aunt. It’s as if your relationship status is a puzzle the whole world wants to solve, and you’re just not playing the game right. But let’s … Read more