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I had a child at 21 (bio) and adopted a child 16 years later. With the first child I had FAR more energy, that is the biggest positive difference. I also had the weight of the world on my shoulders, or so I thought *LOL* and was always stressed over money amongst other early adult issues like my job. However, with my second child I am wiser, FAR more patient, and have the financial means to do things for my children that I couldn't when the first was born. For her (1st) there were no dance classes or special activities. I just couldn't afford it until she was in middle school. Parenting the second time around has been more enjoyable for me. Profoundly so.
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