Almost half of parents admit a lack of parental leave at work affected their decision to start a family, with more than 74 per cent blaming the provisions for being 'outdated'.
Several factors can stop a couple from starting a family, from wondering how much does it cost to raise a child to the hidden costs of parenthood - including the ever-rising average childcare costs and the cost of wrap-around care. And that's without talking about parental leave - so it's not surprising that many are put off the idea of having children until they are financially better off.
