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The Parenthood Dilemma: Procreation in the Age of Uncertainty
Written by Gina Rushton
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This bold feminist investigation into the mother of all questions explores the whys and hows behind the choice to become a parent in these turbulent times.
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Gina Rushton
Gina Rushton is a reproductive rights and women’s health reporter and editor whose work has been published in BuzzFeed News, The Guardian, Vogue, Associated Press, The Sydney Morning Herald, and The Monthly.
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