Having more babies isn’t the only answer

Two-Thirds of Americans Say Economy is Keeping Them From Having Babies

Nearly two-thirds of Americans aren’t having babies due to the economy, according to a new poll. According to a Harris-Guardian poll, many Americans are deciding against having children, with 65% saying that they’ve decided against having children because they’re worried about the economy and doubt they could afford it. The poll also asked about other regular life milestones. Americans are also holding off on getting married (60%), buying a hous…

'Anxiety': Poll shows Trump's economy severely kneecaping goal for more babies

President Donald Trump's economy has caused Americans to reconsider whether to buy a home or start a family, despite his administration's focus on boosting birth rates.Six in 10 Americans say economic anxiety and a lack of affordability have led them to put off marriage, having children, or buying a...

Having more babies isn’t the only answer

Three Post writers discuss pronatalism and alternative strategies for boosting the U.S.’s falling birth rate.