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- Michelle, a 34-year-old DINK, has slowly come to embrace a childfree lifestyle.
- Despite societal pressures, some DINKs find financial stability and freedom in their decision.
- A rise in DINKs may continue due to high childcare costs and climate concerns.
Michelle didn't always know she wanted to be a DINK.
The 34-year-old said it wasn't because of past bad experiences, a poor relationship with her parents, or growing up the product of a divorce. None of that was true for her, but today she is part of a double-income, no-kids — or DINK — couple.