Having a desire to be a young mom was influenced by family patterns, as all female role models were young mothers. The individual initially aimed for motherhood by 25, influenced by parents and grandparents. Life circumstances led to prolonged singlehood and dating, during which the desire for children remained strong. Eventually, motherhood occurred at ages 37 and 40, allowing for a deeper appreciation of the lessons and advantages that come from being an older parent compared to expectations of earlier parenthood.
Having children young and the roles they played in our family, as well as my father's professional stability, were not uncommon for their generation.
I was in my early 30s, childless and single, and still pining to be a mom.
At one point, I told my grandmother that I didn't care whether I adopted, did IVF, or got pregnant inadvertently. I wanted babies, and I wanted them now.
I ended up having my kids at 37 and 40, and I now see the benefits of being an older parent.
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