"Being an unparent in a world that's ga-ga for the family lifestyle can be very lonely at times. But rest assured you are in good company." About "Baby Not on Board" The decision not to have kids is never an easy one, but once you've made it why not enjoy it to the fullest? That's the premise behind this humorous, illustrated book. Surveying a dismal array of angry anti-child screeds, Jennifer L. Shawne wanted to write a book that told the truth about what it meant to be an unparent in today's baby-centric world and do so in a lighthearted, affirming way. After all, without kids screaming in their ears all day long, childfree folks really have very little to be nasty about. Advice guides you through what to expect when you're not expecting—from confirming your childfree status and communicating the big news, to the many lifestyle and career benefits yoru unencumbered state confers. Practical tips help you make the most of life in their world, find appropriate ways to deal with OPCs (Other People's Children) and even nonreproductive means of passing along your DNA. Helpful ideas cover a wide range of hot unparenting topics, including how to convince your baby-lovin' mate that three's a crowd, adopt a delightful child substitute, and ditch pals who turn into scary Zombie Parents. All of this is served up with a generous helping of fun. After all, what could be more enjoyable than waking up late on a Saturday morning and realizing you've got nothing to do and nobody to look after other than your sassy little self? Nothing. That's what. Author Jennifer L. Shawne canoodles with feline child substitute.