Ellie Gonsalves' bold 118‑point manifesto on choosing childlessness

Model and influencer Ellie Gonsalves sparked a wave of comments on social media after she said she does not want to have children. This would not usually be anything extraordinary, but she created a list of 118 reasons she does not want to be a mother.

We live in a time when more people decide against having children. The reasons for such a decision vary. Common causes cited by both women and men include global warming, unstable political situations worldwide, increased armed conflicts, and a worsening economic crisis. People are hesitant to bring new life into the world because they are unsure of the future that awaits.

Although more individuals openly state that they do not want offspring, the topic still surprises many. The model and influencer from another continent stirred the pot. Ellie Gonsalves compiled an extensive list outlining her reasons for choosing not to become a mother. The internet buzzed because she found as many as 118 reasons, which, according to her, justify the decision not to have a child.

Ellie Gonsalves, a model and influencer with over a million followers on Instagram, is known for her photos of various outfits and makeup looks. However, she caused quite a stir a few months ago when she disclosed her thoughts on having offspring to her followers. She boldly stated that she does not want to have children, creating a list of 118 reasons that advocate against becoming a mother. The comments did not leave her unaffected.

• lack of opportunity for a good night’s sleep,
• breast pain,
• whole body pain,
• the troubles of flying on aeroplanes,
• the annoyance of children,
• all money being spent on children,
• a ban on having sex for several weeks after giving birth,
• the constant worry of missing out while caring for children,
• daily drives to school,
• an increased tendency to cry.

Social media users' reaction to Ellie Gonsalves' stance was quite vocal. In the comments under her post, it is difficult to find positive feedback. Social media users have labelled her selfish, vain, and irresponsible. Despite her decision not to have children and her openness about it, there are comments suggesting she is "a bad mother." The logic behind such claims can be quite perplexing at times.