“When Are You Having Kids?” Handling Invasive Questions About Family Planning

On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’ host Jessica Reyes and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss the emotional toll of invasive questions about family planning.

It’s Personal

Questions about having children can be insensitive and trigger stress due to unknown struggles, such as infertility or differing desires.

Setting Boundaries

You have the right to redirect the conversation, avoid answering, or educate the person about respecting your privacy.

Walking Away is Okay

If the conversation becomes too uncomfortable, disengaging is perfectly acceptable. Your well-being comes first.