Having a baby is a hugely personal thing, but one that is often up for public debate. As critics claim mums should have their babies when they are younger others are encouraging us to wait until we are that little bit older.

 

While at the end of the day the decision is entirely up to you, and there are positives and negatives to having a baby at any age, here are ten reasons waiting until you are older is actually pretty awesome.

 

1. You have already sown your wild oats...

And are ready to settle down with your comfy slippers and weekend TV.

 

2. You are (probably) more financially secure

While that doesn’t necessarily mean you are rolling in it you are more likely to have some kind of emergency fund.

 

 

3. You have spent years observing

As your family and friends had babies you were given a chance to observe all that comes with parenting, and realise what works and what doesn’t.

 

4. You’ll have readymade babysitters

If your friends started having babies in their late twenties and early thirties, they’ll be old enough to mind your little one in a few years time if you waited until your forties – perfect!

 

5. You don’t feel like you are missing out

Being the first of your friends to have a baby can often mean you are left at home cleaning nappies while they travel the world.

 

 

6. Everyone thinks you know what you’re doing

They say wisdom comes with age – just don’t tell them you haven’t got a clue what you’re doing.

 

7. You don’t have time for the unwanted advice

You are more inclined to tell someone where to go if they try to tell you how to parent...

 

8.  You’ll stay young for longer

Playing in the park, drawing silly pictures and generally messing around with your kid will keep you feeling young.

 

9. You’ll be more patient

By the time you reach a certain age you will have gone through so much stuff you’ll be better able to handle anything life throws at you.

 

10. You take less things for granted

Particularly if it has taken you a long time to get here.

 

 

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