[setter]

Too many variables why women are not having kids.

My nieces have 1-2 kids each and want more but can’t afford it.

[Antoninus]

My nieces have 1-2 kids each and want more but can’t afford it.

We couldn't afford it either. But we had six. And somehow, we're making ends meet without a six-figure income or government assistance. Funny that.

[G Larry]

"can't afford it" is most often a function of priorities.

I'm the oldest of 9 and only the oldest at home had their own room.

We weren't fashion plates at school.

Mom stayed home and took care of the house and kids.