#38 Standing Strong and Confident in Authenticity f/ Shweta Rumkumar (BONUS)

#38 Standing Strong and Confident in Authenticity f/ Shweta Rumkumar (BONUS)

Author: #NoBibsBurpsBottles November 29, 2023 Duration: 1:01:13
Shweta Ramkumar is a woman of color (southern Asian) and has shared her childfree journey on several podcasts, YouTube channels, and was a panelist at the 2021 International Childfree Convention. Shweta describes the culture in which she comes from as sexiest, patriarchal, conservative and religious - where women have no worth unless they are wives and mothers. A self-identified "black sheep", Shweta broke free from the conformity and decided to speak out against the womanhood = motherhood narrative which runs rampant in the southern Asian culture. In this bonus episode, Shweta shares a powerful message about her journey, experiences, support from family, and her advocacy work as a proud childfree woman and anti-natalist. In addition, she also highlights the consequences that some southern Asian women experience such as shame, humiliation, and being cut off from their families for their choice. To connect and to hear more from Shweta Ramkumar: Instagram @childfreesrbuddysmum TikTok @shwetaramkumar Twitter @ShwetaRamkumar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shweta-ramkumar-b4906515/ Youtube: youtube.com/@HealthyDynamics We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode and all other episodes! Please SHARE/FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE!!!!! Please give us a *FIVE STAR* rating if you love our podcast.  It truly helps our podcast grow and reach more people. Thank you in advance for listening and for your continued support!  FOLLOW US ON ALL OUR SOCIAL MEDIA!  Instagram: @nobibsburpsbottles   YouTube: @nobibsburpsbottles   Twitter: @nobibsburpsbott   Website: www.nobibsburpsbottles.com

#NoBibsBurpsBottles: The Stories of Childfree African American Women centers the lived experiences and diverse narratives of Black women who are not mothers. This podcast moves beyond the societal assumption that womanhood must include motherhood, creating a vital space for conversation and reflection. Each episode features personal stories, candid discussions, and insights that explore the many facets of choosing a childfree life. Listeners will hear authentic dialogues about navigating relationships, career, family expectations, and personal identity, all through this specific lens. The podcast naturally expands into broader, connected themes in its bonus episodes, touching on mental health, financial independence, spiritual journeys, and the perspectives of childfree Black men and couples. It’s a direct extension of the #NoBibsBurpsBottles community, one built on empowerment and celebration. By tuning in, you access a nuanced collection of voices redefining fulfillment and legacy on their own terms.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 49

#NoBibsBurpsBottles: The Stories of Childfree African American Women
Podcast Episodes
#17 No Rush: Enjoying Us w/ Tiffany Stephens [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:16
Mrs. Tiffany Stephens is a native of North Carolina and currently resides in Charlotte with her husband, Marvin. Tiffany received her BS in Biology from North Carolina Central University, her Masters in Public Health fro…
#16 No Attachment Zone: Living with My Decisions w/ Sonja Davis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:03
Ms. Sonja Davis was born and raised in Georgia. She currently resides in Cliffside Park, NJ. Sonja is a Contract Administrator, has her Master of Sciene in Health Care Delivery Leadership from The Graduate School of Biom…
#15 A Sex Influencer's Tale: Holding Out Hope w/ Ashley Cobb [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:30
Ms. Ashley Cobb, 35, is a native of North Carolina. She has a degree in Public Health and is a former classroom teacher. Currently, Ashley is a sought after Sex Influencer, sharing her wisdom, opinions and unfiltered sex…
#12 Framed Happiness: A Childfree Lens w/ Denise Benson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:40
Ms. Denise Benson, 40, was born abroad, but is Southern raised which translates into her love for travel and eating lots of yummy food! Denise is a personal branding and portrait photographer, photography coach and insur…
#10 BONUS: Don't Get Caught Slippin' w/ Featured Guest, Bobby Geter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:42
BONUS Episode: Mr. Bobby Geter, 48 years-old, is a native of Dayton, Ohio and currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Bobby is a divorcee and has a 23 year-old son. In this bonus episode, Dr. Angela L. Harris cha…
#8 The Fight Against Biology w/ Featured Guest, Beth Leigh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:29
Ms. Beth Leigh is 34 years-old and currently lives in North Carolina. She is an entrenpreneur, artist, mental health advocate, and a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Beth gives us a comical; yet, indepth…