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Christen Reighter: I don't want children -- stop telling me I'll change my mind

One in five women in the United States will not have a biological child, and Christen Reighter is one of them. From a young age, she knew she didn't want kids, in spite of the insistence of many people (including her doctor) who told her she'd change her mind. In this powerful talk, she shares her story of seeking sterilization -- and makes the case that motherhood is an extension of womanhood, not the definition.

English
  • Originally Aired November 16, 2017
  • Runtime 15 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Code ChristenReighter_2016X
  • Network YouTube
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Name Type Role
Christen Reighter Guest Star