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What is the religious ruling on postponing a second pregnancy indefinitely due to difficult family circumstances and the desire for independence from the parents, and does the husband have the right to compel his wife to reside in a specific place?

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A woman has the right to a dwelling separate from her husband's family, and she cannot be forced to live with them. She may refuse to do so if she is harmed by their intrusion into her private affairs. An independent dwelling is one that is suitable and self-contained in its amenities and facilities. As for delaying pregnancy, it is permissible if there is concern about the disruption of affairs and with the husband's consent, as it is a shared right between the spouses. However, it is not permissible to delay it out of fear of poverty or a lack of trust in God. It is recommended to be patient with the husband's family, as there is good in it.

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