I was married and had two kids by 25. I considered it my duty to be out of the home supporting myself.
Today you need to be married to afford life. It’s a very difficult job if you live in a large metropolitan city alone.
Those who just shack-up, are kidding nobody but themselves.
I was married early too.
I am not sure it is smart to get married by the government today given the huge marriage penalties taxes and healthcare will hit. Better to be married before God not state.