Should You Both Want Kids?: Episode 745

Published: May 12, 2022, 10 a.m.

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The \\u201cchildren/no children\\u201d conversation, plus navigating death with a loved one, and when you and your friend like the same person.

Featured musical artist: About a Mile ( https://www.facebook.com/aboutamile )

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Roundtable: Let\\u2019s Talk About Having Kids

When dating someone and considering marriage, it\\u2019s common to eventually ask: Do you want children? Obviously, it\\u2019s a big decision that should be discussed before tying the knot. But what if the two of you disagree on the subject? What if one is undecided, or you both have different opinions on timing, number of kids, or something else? Is the \\u201ckids\\u201d convo a dealbreaker? Our guests talk through this tricky issue with grace and wisdom for us all.

Culture: Death and Dying

Helping a friend or loved one navigate the dying process \\u2014 whether in old age, sickness or tragedy \\u2014 is one of the most challenging things you will ever do. At the same time, it is also a journey filled with meaningful moments. Dr. Margaret Cottle and Dr. Bill Toffler are physicians specializing in end of life issues. They\\u2019ll share helpful perspectives on how to cope when you receive hard news, how to support someone who is dying, how to walk through grief, and how to embrace caregiving and be a support to other caregivers. They also share a biblical perspective on assisted suicide.

Article by Lisa: My Mom Is Killing Me ( https://www.boundless.org/blog/my-mom-is-killing-me/ )

Inbox: When Your Friend Likes the Same Guy

She\\u2019s liked a guy for a while but didn\\u2019t tell anyone, and now one of her friends happens to like him too. What should she do \\u2014 confess her feelings for this man, or wait and see what happens? Counselor Jenny Coffey weighs in.

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