Why Unhealed Losses Keep You Stuck in Parenthood Indecision
Feb 06, 2026
When it comes to deciding whether to become a parent or live childfree, many people find themselves paralyzed by doubt and indecision.
They analyze their feelings endlessly, seeking certainty about this decision that will change the course of their lives.
Does this sound familiar?
According to Ann Davidman, an MFT and Parenthood Clarity™ Mentor, there's often something unexpected getting in the way of making your decision — something that has nothing to do with parenthood… or with this specific dilemma at all.
Watch the video below as Ann reveals what might really be keeping you stuck:
Why Unhealed Losses Keep You Stuck in Parenthood Indecision
Don’t miss these highlights as you watch:
- 0:06 – Why unhealed losses can get in the way of knowing your desires
- 0:12 – Why all decisions involve loss
- 0:29 – What happens when you make a decision that feels right
- 0:48 – How to know whether your feelings are about your decision or something else
- 1:05 – How to discern whether you've 100% healed something from your past
And more…
The insights Ann shares in this video might completely reframe how you've been approaching your decision. She reveals why simply trying to "figure out" your feelings hasn't been working.
If you're struggling with the question of whether to become a parent or live childfree, you're not alone. Thousands of people face this same question every day…
Ann's approach to parenthood clarity goes deeper than simply making a pros and cons list. This step-by-step process involves addressing unresolved wounds — the kind almost everyone has — and getting real about outside influences on your decision, so you can access what's truly right for you.
The competing forces on your time and energy, concerns about global issues, and the voices of others telling you what you should want can make the decision feel impossibly complex.
Thankfully, there is a way to decide. You have the power to reach your deepest truth and believe in your power to act on it.
Explore Ann’s proven clarity method to uncover your inner truth and discover what’s right for you. Start right here:
- Access Ann’s Free Resources
- Read the book Ann co-wrote with Denise L. Carlini, Motherhood-Is It For Me?
- Explore one of her upcoming courses — Motherhood Clarity™ Course, Fatherhood Clarity™ Course, or the Parenthood Clarity™ Private Course.
- Move through Ann’s popular Weekend Workshop, Is Parenthood for You? at your own pace — it’s now available as a 5-Part Digital Workshop (more than 6.5 hours of teaching!)