For centuries, having children was considered both a natural milestone and a societal expectation. But as the cost of living rises, wages stagnate, and priorities evolve, younger generations are rethinking what family means—and whether parenthood is even feasible. More people are delaying or opting out of having kids altogether, not from lack of love but from practicality and personal choice. The growing question isn’t just whether people can afford to have children—it’s whether they even want to in today’s economy. So, will future generations see parenthood as an optional luxury rather than a given part of adulthood?
