I'm a Childless Woman. ... Whenever I'm told, "You're so good with kids," it's intended as a compliment, but it has a for not having any yourself note, and maybe a what a shame note.

GENTLE READER: “I’m sure you mean it kindly, and I’m delighted that you appreciate my work. But this is my job, and when you say ‘Good girl,’ it makes me feel as though I am doing you a ...