I didn't want children when I was a kid, didn't when I was your age and still don't now in my 40s as I'm getting to the point where my fertile years will soon be over. There's nothing wrong with feeling that way. If anything, there are a lot of people reproducing that really shouldn't be.

I think we are lucky in a way to be at a point in time where we have more choices as far as parenthood and it's not just assumed that everyone is going to have or must have children. I think it's a positive thing that people are starting to give it more thought.

I was in my 30s when a lot of friends started having children, kind of what you're going through now. Some got completely absorbed in parentood and drifted away, but others made an effort to maintain friendships, when the kids where young I did have to be a bit more flexible as far as scheduling thngs since they were very busy, obviously.

It's good to hear your partner is on the same page. I had to end a relationship over the issue. Now I'm married to someone that feels the same way that I do. In fact, just a few days ago he was saying that he was very glad he knew his mind and didn't give in to pressure to have children, because it wouldn't have been the right decision for him. Like me, he ended a realationship with an ex who wanted kids.

There are some online childfree forums you might want to search for if you want to connect with others who feel the same way.