Monday Mini: Childless by Choice

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Monday Mini: Childless by Choice

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Jun 21, 2021

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How do you know if you want children? Why are more and more women delaying pregnancy in the US? As the birthrate drops to a record low in America, Anney and Samantha discuss being childless by choice.
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Jun 21, 2021

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Monday Mini: Childless by Choice

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