204. Should we be thinking about kids in our 20s?

The thought of having children in our 20s feels like an incredibly adult decision, and is one a lot of us probably don't consider. We want to protect our youth and our freedom a little bit longer, or perhaps have decided we probably will never want children. But whether you want to have children or not, having a clear understanding of your future intentions or choices, your reproductive health, the kind of person who might make a good partner, and therefore parent, is important. More information, more foresight actually equals greater freedom and sometimes time to decide. We break down: • Why you should be thinking in your 20s • The pros and cons of having children in your 20s • The argument for NOT having children • Fertility • Milestone anxiety and the pressure to find someone • Your stories of pregnancy, parenthood and fertility in your 20s Listen now! Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast For business enquiries: [email protected]

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