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(S+) Desire to have children: How do I know if I want to become a mother?

10/18/2022, 10:25:00 PM


"When is it for you?" At some point every woman encounters this question. Our author especially often at the moment – ​​after all, she is 29. She asks herself: Will I regret having (no) children?

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What do I want in life: "I'm 29 years old and lead a life that others call 'free'." (Iconic image)

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