Delayed ParenthoodAfter World War II, the baby boom generation emerged, this generation had their children young because they had many economic opportunities. Since this period, North Americans have had to face several recessions, the most recent dating back to 2008-2009. The age at which couples have their first child has increased as people want to continue their education, launch careers and have financial security. In North America, late parenthood during the millennium allows parents to provide their children with social and economic opportunities. which are not accessible to young parents. Late parenthood is a reality because young adults prioritize their careers and financial gains before having children. According to government data in Canada, the average age at which a woman becomes a mother for the first time is 29.4 years old. This figure has increased over the past three decades. Additionally, more than 50% of mothers were over 30 when they gave birth in 2009. The main reasons why today's North American women are delaying having children is that they need more education and stay in school longer. Second, raising children involves financial expenses and couples want to have financial security before deciding to have children. Third, the global economy is unstable and parents want to be able to provide their children with social and economic security before taking the plunge into parenthood (“Indicators of Well-Being in Canada”).Kyle RellingerM. PisanoFamilies in Canada 12Monday December 16, 2013Children with Divorced Parents As divorce rates continue to rise, it has a greater effect on more children. Divorce is a legal matter ... middle of paper ...... and more and more women are choosing to have children later in life. Delaying marriage appears to lead to greater marital stability, which is very important for having and raising children, especially when the economy is unstable. Couples can take care of each other and their families and get by on one income if employment circumstances change (Martin). In conclusion, the trend of women delaying parenthood is on the rise. More and more babies are being born to women over 35. Although there are risks associated with delaying childbirth, the benefits far outweigh the risks. Children born to older parents are generally better off, both economically and socially, because their parents waited to advance their careers. Therefore, they are more financially stable and also tend to have more stable relationships than children with younger parents..