In part two of our mini-series on growing a family, today we’re addressing a side that isn’t often discussed publicly: what happens when spouses disagree on whether or not their family is complete? C+C writers Jenn Batchelor and Anna Quinlan join host Indiana Adams for a vulnerable conversation on what it looks like when one spouse wants another baby, and the other doesn’t. While we don’t have a beautiful bow to wrap up today’s episode with, we hope this raw and honest discussion encourages you, especially if you’re walking a similar journey with your spouse.

Show Notes

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Mentioned in this episode:

Jenn Batchelor: Essays, Instagram, Blog 

Anna Quinlan: Essays, Instagram, Website

Specific essays:
Where Do We Go From Here by Jenn Batchelor
Unraveling by Anna Quinlan
Be Where Your Feet Are by Jenn Batchelor

Show credits: 

Hosted by Indiana Adams with special guests Jenn Batchelor and Anna Quinlan, produced by Katie Leipprandt, edited by Kyle Cummings.

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