US Birth Rate Hits Historic Low; Americans Desire More Children Despite Financial Strain
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The US birth rate hit a historic low as Americans face rising childcare and living costs.1
Many Americans say they want more children than they currently have, despite financial challenges.1
A poll conducted in summer 2023 found that many Americans feel the ideal number of kids is more than they currently have.1
The share of adults who believe three or more children is the ideal amount jumped four percentage points between 2018 and 2023.1
Anne Hedgepeth, the senior vice president of policy and research at Child Care Aware of America, stated, This is not just an individual parent problem.1
The US birth rate hit a historic low as Americans face rising childcare and living costs.
Despite financial challenges, many Americans say they want more children than they currently have.
A poll conducted in summer 2023 revealed that many Americans feel the ideal number of kids is more than they currently have.
300+ Words Refined into 3 Facts by AI • 1 source • 8m ago