If you wait to have children a little later in life, you may increase your chances of surviving to an unusually old age. According to one study, women who give birth after the age of 33 often live into their nineties.

Women who had their last child after the age of 33 were twice as likely to live to 95 or older, compared to those who had their last child at age 29.

Researchers believe that by giving birth later in life, mothers may have genetic variants that slow the aging process and reduce the risk of age-related diseases that can affect fertility (such as ovarian cancer or diabetes).

It's all about genes and passing those good genes on to the next generation. Only good can come when you wait until you're older and more mature to have children. You're more secure in who you are.

Maybe you and your spouse decided to enjoy time together before having children. Maybe you enjoyed playing the role of the cool unwed aunt in your family for a long time. Whatever the reason, know that you have the opportunity to live longer for yourself and your children when you wait until at least your 30s.

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Source: Your Tango