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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don't know, my 73 year old father still skiis and works full time, and my 71 year old mother walks miles and also leads an active life. They had me later than was average for their generation. I never thought it was an issue/gave it a second thought.

I got pregnant at 36 and 40 naturally and quickly. We did do extensive genetic testing with #2 (due this summer) and everything has checked out[b]. I think the pressure to have kids early is part of the widespread repression of women at all stages of their lives[/b]. You live your life, let me live mine.[/quote]

This.  It’s why conservatives and religious groups promote young marriages and kids early.  They don’t want women out there living their own life and becoming too independent.  Having kids in your 20s limits your freedom and ability to support yourself.  Since there isn’t paid leave in the US, it means you need to quit your job unless you don’t mind leaving a tiny baby to go to work.   It’s a good setup for men having most of the power in our society.  [/quote]

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