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Who doesn’t love babies? It’s hard to resist the charm of these cute, cuddly little beings. Of course, having babies isn’t all about cuddling them, right? You’ll not only have to ensure their physical well-being but will also need to invest a large amount of time and money for their upbringing and education. At times, parenting responsibilities might leave you and your partner frustrated due to lack of time for each other once the baby arrives. And then, there is also the question of when to have a baby. Earlier, a woman’s ticking biological clock was a major reason to have babies at a young age. But, the sweeping advancements in medical science has made it possible for women to conceive at any given age. So, while most women nowadays prefer to wait until their 30s to have a baby, there is also a good reason why having babies at a young age, say early 20s, can be awesome. Here’s how:
1. Starting A Family Early
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Most women, sooner or later, wish to have a family of their own. It makes you feel complete and gives a purpose to your life. As a young and energetic woman in her early 20s, you might be raring to go. And, with youth and stamina on your side, it becomes tad easy for you to multitask. So, if everything falls in place, and you are ready to have a baby, then just go for it!
2. Career Flexibility
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Once you have a baby in your early 20s, you might probably be just out of college or toying with the idea of starting your career. Motherhood might be the perfect break before you take the first step towards building your career. And what’s more? You might not need to take a sabbatical at the peak of your career or just when you are expecting a long due promotion.
3. Easy To Bounce Back
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It is common knowledge that when your body is young, it’ll take much less time to heal than probably ten years later. This does not mean that those who have a baby later will not get back in shape. But comparatively, young body tissues might take lesser time to regenerate and heal, helping you bounce back quickly to your pre-pregnancy self.
4. More Time To Plan Finances
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When people generally start saving money in the late 30s or early 40s, then they end up prioritizing their children’s education over their own retirement plans. But, when you have a baby in your early 20s, your kids would have probably finished at least their school education. This leaves you with enough time to plan your finances well and save something substantial for your retirement too.
5. Fertility At Its Peak
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We all know that getting pregnant is not an easy task. It might take a while from the time you start trying. However, the chances of you conceiving while you are in your early 20s is greater as your fertility might be at its peak. So, no need of those innumerable gynec consultations.
6. An Early Empty Nest
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Throughout their lives, parents strive to help their children stand on their feet and eventually move into their own home. And by the time they do, most parents who are in their 60s would probably like to take things slow after years of slogging. However, if you have babies at an early age, your kids too might move out to establish themselves early. By this time, you’ll probably be in your 40s. At this age, you’ll still have the energy to travel, make a career switch, and even rediscover your marriage with all the time on hand.
Whether we choose to have our baby early or late, there is no denying the fact that babies do light up our lives with their unconditional love and affection. Not to mention, the special bond that we share with them. So, keep those worries aside and cherish every moment with them before they fly off the nest!
