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Maybe I'm just old, but I'm amazed that there aren't more negative responses to this. It's unimaginable for many reasons. First, I can't imagine a mom wanting to go through recruitment and take on the burdens of Greek life when she has a child to care for. It's completely unrealistic to have a child as a teenager, then expect your life to go on as normal. And are you really setting a good example for your child by leaving her with a babysitter while you go to a social? Despite what the magazines said in the '80s, you can't have it all - especially if you want to make good grades so you can get a good job to support your child. Second, I can't imagine my collegiate chapter giving her a bid or even letting her come back after the first round. I agree with those posters who expressed concern for the group's reputation - do you really want to be known as the sorority with day care? We looked for PNMs who would be willing to give us a lot of their time - not possible for young mothers (at least if they are doing a good job of mothering). As far as married members, I always thought that there was a national rule against active members (as opposed to alumnae) being married. I'm sure there will be lots of replies to this, but I feel very strongly that a woman should choose motherhood or Greek life - but she can't have both.
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