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Does Later Motherhood Boost Brainpower?

Wild stat: Women who had their first baby at 20 or older scored better on memory and thinking tests in their 60s than those who became moms younger. The effect was strongest for first births after age 21. Researchers think more years of estrogen before pregnancy might help protect the brain long-term. Oh, and if you’re watching your waistline, that might matter too—body shape played a role in the results! Who knew timing your first kid could be linked to your future brain health? #WomensHealth #BrainHealth #Motherhood #Aging #CognitiveFunction #Health