My wife and I don't want kids. Ever. So I decided to get a vasectomy.

1/8/2017

In this personal essay, the author reflects on his decision to get a vasectomy and the connections between his choice and feminism. He discusses the societal expectations placed on men to be fathers and how this can limit their choices and autonomy. The author also explores the intersection of feminism and reproductive rights, arguing that by taking responsibility for his own fertility, he is supporting women's liberation and challenging traditional gender roles. The essay delves into themes of pessimism, choice, and the complex relationship between personal decisions and larger social movements.

feminism and family ꞏ gender stereotypes ꞏ bodily autonomy ꞏ feminist perspectives on sexuality ꞏ feminist critique ꞏ feminist movement ꞏ gender roles ꞏ feminism and relationships ꞏ women's autonomy ꞏ feminist analysis ꞏ reproductive rights ꞏ feminism ꞏ feminism and reproductive choices ꞏ patriarchy ꞏ male contraception ꞏ contraception choices ꞏ contraception ꞏ feminist perspective ꞏ feminism and parenthood ꞏ feminism and marriage ꞏ feminist discourse ꞏ vasectomy ꞏ feminist theory ꞏ reproductive health ꞏ feminism and reproductive justice ꞏ feminist activism ꞏ feminism and sexuality ꞏ gender dynamics ꞏ family planning ꞏ social norms ꞏ women's rights ꞏ gender equality