~ A Childfree person has never had a child and does not plan to have a child in the future.

~ The two terms are mutually excuse.

~ It is a misnomer to use the term “childless-by-choice” in place of “childfree”.  The Childless community, similar in not currently having a child, is different in the future goal to have a child.

~ A Childless person has never had a child but does plan to have a child in the future.

~ This is a debated topic within the Childfree community and opinions vary. 

~ Not having a biological child is nearly 100% accepted in the community.  Some draw the line if a person says they are Childfree, but they have outlived their child(ren).

~ Example of where some draw Some consider the If a person has never had a biological child but

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~ If in reference to the lifestyle or a person, it is “childfree”.  Capitalizing the “c” is a common practice and accepted when used in this fashion.

~ Placing a space (“child free”) or dash (“child-free”) between “child” and “free” does alter it’s meaning.

~ The space or dash creates a homonym.  The word becomes phrase to include things such as events or venues.  Example: “This is a child-free resort” or “The bride and groom would like to have a child free wedding ceremony.”