Australian model breaks her silence on response to her list of 117 reasons not to have children: ‘People tell me how broken I am’
An Australian model has broken her silence about the backlash she received over her controversial list.
Ellie Gonsalves, 32, divided the internet after sharing 117 reasons why she doesn’t want kids on Instagram on Sunday.
What followed was a wave of hatred against the actress.
“I’ve already received hundreds of DMs criticizing me, telling me how horrible and broken I am. But many of these fears/thoughts ARE real,” she shared Mommy.
‘They resonate not only with me, but with so many other women. A lot of them are small things that contribute to a much bigger picture.”
Australian model Ellie Gonsalves (pictured) has broken her silence on the backlash she received over internet divisiveness after sharing a list of 117 reasons why she doesn’t want children
She added that the messages she received questioning the list only furthered her resolve, as they showed that some people felt threatened by others choosing to live an alternative lifestyle.
‘They further illustrate my premise: people are sold a certain life, and when they see others choose a different path, the frustration lies with themselves.’
Ellie then said that she had also received several positive messages from fans praising her for expressing her desire to remain child-free.
Ellie Gonsalves, 32, who has been outspoken about wanting to be child-free, revealed she received a slew of nasty DMs when she shared the list on Instagram on Sunday. Pictured: Ellie and her husband Ross Scutts
“It was nice to read hundreds of comments from people who feel seen, people who have also had awkward moments where others questioned their choice and the only thing that made them feel terrible or uncomfortable,” she said.
The Australian model and actress sent her followers into a frenzy after posting the list on social media.
Among the reasons she mentioned were hair loss after childbirth, the baby may poop inside you, your vagina will be different, your house will never be tidy, childbirth can cause rectal prolapse and you will miss things you enjoy doing.
“I’ve already received hundreds of DMs criticizing me and telling me how horrible and broken I am. But many of these fears/thoughts ARE real,” she told Mamamia
‘WWhile some of those things on my list are satirical, many things are serious and factual. “Societal pressure when it comes to this topic is really questionable and I think it’s unfair to people with different opinions,” she said of the list.
“Very rarely do we see a voice supporting this because let’s face it, the public backlash can be too great,” the influencer added.
Ellie married her long-term partner, entrepreneur Ross Scutts, in two luxurious ceremonies in March.
Ellie said she had also received several positive messages from fans praising her for expressing her desire to remain child-free
The official wedding took place at La Luna floating beach club on the Gold Coast in an intimate toi et moi wedding.
They followed it up with a second luxurious gathering where they invited their bridal party and other guests.
The couple, who have been together for fifteen years, have spoken out about the fact that they do not want to have children.
Ellie married her long-term partner, entrepreneur Ross Scutts, in two luxurious ceremonies in March. The couple, who have been together for fifteen years, have spoken out about the fact that they do not want to have children