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Should I Mother in a Melting World? (Elizabeth Rush)

Mother is a Question

CHAPTER

Motherhood and Climate Change

This chapter explores the emotional and societal complexities of choosing motherhood amid the climate crisis. It highlights the internal struggle faced by individuals rethinking parenthood due to environmental concerns, particularly focusing on the implications of Thwaites Glacier's melting. Through personal narratives and discussions about reproductive choices, it intertwines the urgency of climate action with the desire for family, revealing the tension between personal aspirations and global responsibilities.

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