Fasting in times of crises

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My comment was -

"if I'm not mistaken (someone please correct me if I'm wrong) many women don't fast as it might interfere with taking care of their children or other loved ones"

So yes, some women do and others may not.

I don't think it is mandatory for women to do so but again, I may be wrong.

Under traditional Jewish law pregnant and nursing mothers are exempt from fasting on minor fasts, but not major fasts. In addition there are exemptions for women for a short period following childbirth. Beyond that, only other than illnesses or other medical condition that would endanger the faster, would exempt women From the obligation are to fast.

Thanks for the clarification RabbiO!

Much appreciated.