The "CF orientation" is very taboo. I have often felt like I had to conceal it for fear of reprisal. Telling some of my family members of my decision to remain childfree was like coming out of the closet. That was really a hard decision for me to do too. I felt like I was getting a little "long in the tooth" and eventually would have to explain why I had no children. Right now, only three people in my family know that I am having my tubes tied(mom, sister, and the cousin that is taking me to have it done.) I feel like I am having to hide my (soon to be) TL in shame. It's like I am having to do this in secret like I am having an abortion.
