4.5 stars rounded up. I really enjoyed this book by Danielle Schwartz, it read like a memoir but dove into many different perspectives about being child-free in a well-rounded way. I'm very different from Schwartz but also child-free, and I felt very seen by this book and resonated with many of her experiences. This is something I'd recommend to anyone who is child-free and anyone interested in understanding more about someone who has decided to be child-free.

Milk Drunk, aptly subtitled What to Expect When You're Not Expecting, tells of Danielle Schwartz’ experiences as a childless woman in a world of mothers. Of course not all women are mothers but Schwartz finds that her and her husband’s decision not to have children is often a source for discussion. She is called selfish, materialistic, egotistical, self-centered and even an alcoholic. She choses not to engage in discussion with these women who seem intrusive, to say the least. Instead, she practices restraint, travels with her husband and enjoys life. Although this well-written memoir feels at times argumentative, that is explained by the harsh comments Schwartz has heard. Her reasoning is strong, presented well and makes sense. 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Indigo River Publishing and Danielle Schwartz for this ARC.

I do not read a ton of Memoirs, but this book was so interesting to me! I loved the authors words and felt I even related to a lot in it. Thanks NetGalley and Indigo River Publishing