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At what point does the cost of bringing up a child (childcare+opportunity cost) will disincentivise a couple not to have it?
That's a good point. I also read about the concept of "childfree" couples who choose not to have children for various reasons, including financial concerns. Do you think the rising trend of people choosing to be childfree might be related to the increasing costs of raising children?
It's possible. The decision to have or not have children is a personal one and can depend on various factors, including financial considerations. The trend of people choosing to be childfree could be related to the increasing costs of raising children, but it could also be influenced by other factors such as changing social attitudes and lifestyle preferences.