Some conversations take a little courage and this is one of them. What does end of life planning look like when you are childless? We hope you'll be more informed, less alone. Listen on major podcast platforms and find all our links at bio.site/thefullstop #DyingMattersAwarenessWeek

Where were you in your life when you first found The Full Stop? What were you looking for, and what did you find? #TheFullStop #ChildlessNotByChoice

May at the Full Stop 10 May Podcast recording 13 May Closing Day for the Nat. Diversity Award vote 16/17 May The Fertility Show 24 May Newsletter & Episode 86 published 30 May Culture Club 31 May Podcast recording All the info you need is here https://bio.site/thefullstop #ChildlessNotByChoice

Can you help? We've been nominated for The National Diversity Awards 2026 A few words about what it has meant carries weight with the judges. https://www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk/awards-2026/nominations/michael-hughes-berenice-howard-smith-and-sarah-lawrence-the-full-stop/

Sandy talks about friends and family who now advocate for her without being asked — people who walk alongside the journey and start to see the world differently. Do you have anyone like that in your life? Full episode at bio.site/thefullstop or your favourite podcast listening channel

Can you help? We've been nominated for The National Diversity Awards 2026 A few words about what it has meant carries weight with the judges. https://www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk/awards-2026/nominations/michael-hughes-berenice-howard-smith-and-sarah-lawrence-the-full-stop/

“What are the top 30 questions that I hear often? How can I respond to them?” Sandy Michelet on creating a Q&A bank on "Episode 85 You Don’t Have To Explain Yourself: Boundaries for Childless People" of the Full Stop podcast Have you prepared for a conversation before it happened? Did it help?

“Mother's Day is the Voldemort of holidays.” says Sandy Michelet on Episode 85 You Don’t Have To Explain Yourself: Boundaries for Childless People Does it help to give the day context. What term would you use instead of Voldemort or does that work for you?

New episode & newsletter of the Full Stop is out You Don't Have to Explain Yourself: Boundaries for Childless People Sandy Michelet joined us to about saying no without guilt. If you've ever frozen when someone said something they shouldn't — this one's for you. 🎧 bio.site/thefullstop

National Infertility Awareness Week raises awareness of infertility. MILES: Men, Infertility and Life Experiences is hosted by Steven Miller who talked about childless men with our Michael Hughes #NFAW https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dmDF4UBV9lGNkoVeGigQb?si=1-tFA3OFRQCs7QBnQvpv7A

New episode & newsletter of the Full Stop is out You Don't Have to Explain Yourself: Boundaries for Childless People Sandy Michelet joined us to about saying no without guilt. If you've ever frozen when someone said something they shouldn't — this one's for you. 🎧 bio.site/thefullstop

After listening to our episode on Childlessness at the End of Life, is there one thing you feel moved to do? It doesn't have to be big. Our show notes and website has lots of advice. You're not alone. #Childless #DeathAndDying #EndOfLife #Childfree #AgeingWithoutChildren

What's the one thing you want to remember from this episode on being childless at the end of life, or the one thing you would like someone else to hear? Can we be your voice? #Childless #EndOfLife #DeathAndDying #AgeingWithoutChildren #Childfree

Our latest episode on End of Life planning has hit 1.5k downloads. Thank you for listening to this, it’s not easy. We call this a brave episodes. The sort that pushes us into places that might hurt, but we emerge stronger for learning. What other brave topics would you like us to cover?

Looking for a non-Facebook, Meta space with people who are childless not by choice? Where you can share what you're up to, get support, have a rant 'n' rave or celebrate a win, and share the rough times too? https://www.thefullstoppod.com/fullstopcommunity #Childless

Some conversations take a little courage and this is one of them. What does end of life planning look like when you are childless? It's a brave listen - we hope you'll be more informed, less alone. Listen on major podcast platform and find all our links at bio.site/thefullstop #Childless

Our newsletter keeps you in touch with news, reflection and supportive words from us. Subscribe via the website. Read our March edition: https://www.thefullstoppod.com/campaigns/view-campaign/7dsxoiwPAB7KhB5a94vKy-by8p2t2HFMza_vR1hnQFO1cAOjlL9oDJIe4UM5iurYYF_iCasvyZSNKSqPMpePpF5tZv7HJQMm

"It's an extension of organising your affairs, as you might organise your paperwork in your house" says wills and probate solicitor, Charlotte. Does this advice help you? Read our blog, listen to the podcast and find out more about our spaces and us https://bio.site/thefullstop #DeathandDying

Our newsletter keeps you in touch with news, reflection and supportive words from us. Subscribe via the website. Read our March edition: https://www.thefullstoppod.com/campaigns/view-campaign/7dsxoiwPAB7KhB5a94vKy-by8p2t2HFMza_vR1hnQFO1cAOjlL9oDJIe4UM5iurYYF_iCasvyZSNKSqPMpePpF5tZv7HJQMm

Some conversations take a little courage and this is one of them. What does end of life planning look like when you are childless? It's a brave listen - we hope you'll be more informed, less alone. Listen on major podcast platform and find all our links at bio.site/thefullstop #Childless

"I'm stoked! It's so good to be with you." That's what one of our guests said when they joined us, and honestly, it's how we feel every single time someone new pulls up a chair at The Full Stop. We'd love that person to be you. www.thefullstoppod.com/read/next-guest

Episode 83 of the Full Stop podcast features Byddi Lee, author of Barren, a dual-timeline story that weaves together a contemporary experience of childlessness and baby loss with a breathtaking journey to Neolithic Ireland. Listen on your favourite channel right now or on our website.

The Full Stop newsletter features tips, reflection from us, your news, behind the scenes and early podcast access and all the ways to keep in touch with us. Sign up and find out more https://bio.site/thefullstop

Sharing for those in the UK who have to endure the watercooler 'what are you doing at the weekend' chat today, and hearing lunch plans for Sunday. We're with you.

Navigating Mother’s Day When you are childless If you're reading this, you probably already know the dread. Our blog shares advice on protecting yourself, boundaries and invites, what worked for us, and helpful tips for people who support those who are childless. www.thefullstoppod.com/read

"We are women, and we have so much to give. We have so much wisdom, knowledge, kindness, and compassion to share. Why do we get pegged into one little stereotype?" says Anne Altamore. How have you experienced this as a childless woman? #IWD2026

Our annual call for firms who are marketing Mother's Day to act with sensitivity. Rarely does any situation change so why do we have the onslaught of emails telling us to opt back out? We're seeing a rise in app notifications. Is that just us?

Episode 83 of the Full Stop podcast features Byddi Lee, author of Barren, a dual-timeline story that weaves together a contemporary experience of childlessness and baby loss with a breathtaking journey to Neolithic Ireland. Listen on your favourite channel right now or on our website.

Our next newsletter features happenings that have caught our attention, and more links to people doing amazing things across the childless community that will empower, move or inspire you if you're childless not by choice, or supporting someone who is. To sign up, head over to the website

Looking for a non-Facebook, Meta space with people who are childless not by choice? Where you can share what you're up to, get support, have a rant 'n' rave or celebrate a win, and share the rough times too? https://www.thefullstoppod.com/fullstopcommunity #Childless

Michael Barnett campaigns for LGBTQIA+ rights, supporting multicultural queer communities, & raises awareness of youth wellbeing. Michael was awarded an Order of Australia Medal & the Monash LGBT Leadership Award (with husband, Gregory) #LGBTHistoryMonth

We love to hear from Podcast listeners and members of our Community. We are grateful to this person who said that we were a lifeline for them. What does the Full Stop mean to you? What can we do to support you in the future? #childlessness #podcast #testimonial?

Childless Voices: Celebrating Civilla Morgan. We are joined by Civilla Morgan. After ten years and 180 episodes, she shares her decision to step away from her podcast, Childless Not By Choice. Listen on your fav app or via our website.

Our Christmas/NY support for our Community. Join with your first month free, via our website. We never want cost to prevent connection—anyone who feels they would benefit from our community is welcome to contact the directors privately to request free membership. #Childless

Episode 81 is available on our website, your favourite listening app. Join in the conversation and get support over the holidays in our Community.

“Some years you don’t want to do it. Other years, you might say, yeah, I’m all for it. That’s an evolution depending on where you are in your grief.” Episode 81 is available on our website, your favourite listening app. Join in the conversation and get support over the holidays in our Community.

This episode is for childless not by choice people who feels conflicted about the holidays, unsure how it fits into their life now, or simply in need of reassurance that there’s no right way to do it. Listen on your favourite listening channel or via our website. #childlessness #christmas

Our Christmas/NY support for our Community. Join with your first month free, via our website. We never want cost to prevent connection—anyone who feels they would benefit from our community is welcome to contact the directors privately to request free membership. #Childless

Michael Barnett campaigns for LGBTQIA+ rights, supporting multicultural queer communities, & raises awareness of youth wellbeing. Michael was awarded an Order of Australia Medal & the Monash LGBT Leadership Award (with husband, Gregory) for their community work. Listen to his voice on our podcast

Each month we host informal chats in Zoom across time zones for our Full Stop Community members. Join with your first month free, via our website. Fill in the form. Michael will send over your personal link where our moderators, us and a group of new friends are waiting to say hello. #childless

How can you practice everyday allyship toward LGBTQIA+ childless people so that the emotional labour doesn't rest solely on them? Activist Michael Barnett talks about identity, queer visibility, childlessness, and what it means to advocate for others while holding a private grief. #LGBTQIA+

"The biggest thing for me is not that I'm childless, it's that people don't talk to me about it" said Michael in our current episode. Listen to Michael on the Full Stop podcast on your favourite listening channel. Learn why this hurts and the changes he'd like to see in society. #LGBTQIA

Each month we host informal chats in Zoom across time zones for our Full Stop Community members. Join with your first month free, via our website. Fill in the form. Michael will send over your personal link where our moderators, us and a group of new friends are waiting to say hello. #childless

In Memory of Nina. Many of you knew her for her warmth, honesty and courage. She shared her story with her dear friend Danielle, a recording that now feels even more precious. You can find her episode and blog on our site. On Saturday we raised a glass to Nina. Thank you, dear friend.

In episode 80 of the Full Stop podcast we are joined by activist Michael Barnett to explore identity, queer visibility, childlessness not by choice, and what it means to advocate fiercely for others while holding private grief.

Holiday support from the Full Stop 7th Join the Podcast, 24th - Culture Club, 25th we host a holiday chat. It takes place in our Full Stop Community for childless not by choice. https://bio.site/thefullstop #MentalHealth #ChildlessNotByChoice #HolidaySupport #

How have assumptions about your identity or circumstances shaped the way people respond, or don’t respond, to your childlessness?

“When I say I’m in a relationship with a man that people don’t have to think you’re a gay man in a gay relationship. I’m just married to Gregory.” — Michael Barnett In episode 80, activist Michael Barnett talks about loneliness, and invisibility that queer childless people face.

We share our appreciation of the male voices who support the Full Stop. It takes courage to be seen, but in doing so, they are changing the narrative and society expectations. We are proud to know you and call you our friends. Thank you. #InternationalMensDay

In episode 80 of the Full Stop podcast we are joined by activist Michael Barnett to explore identity, queer visibility, childlessness not by choice, and what it means to advocate fiercely for others while holding private grief.