Although the researchers controlled for demographic factors such
as poverty, education level, and age of childbirth, it's possible that
single mothers are more likely than married
moms to engage in unhealthy behaviors such
as smoking and excessive drinking that could lead to poorer long - term health, Strobino says.
The city may not have
as many
moms as some other cities, but it has the lowest childcare costs out of the 10, affordable massages, and a relatively low
poverty rate for married couples with kids under 18 (the rate for
single -
mom households is higher).