In modern society, it is common to see that a growing number of people prefer to have babies later in life than in the past. There are various factors that can explain the situation that most countries have faced recently. It may have different effects on society and individual families.
One of the rationals contributing to this phenomenon is that most younger people are embarking on professional lives later than before. This is because more young people are getting advanced education that lasts for 16 years or longer. They would not consider getting married or even having a child right after college. Additionally, the young generation’s first priority is to amass the wealth to buy a house before having a baby. Their children can not attend a favoured school without owning a home, or the stability and a sense of well-being can not be secured. Last but not least, the cost of nurturing a baby can exceed people’s expectations, such as babysitting, preschool education, nutritious food, toys, etc.
As a consequence, society and family units may suffer. To start with, the aging situation is widely recognized around the world, and it can lead to sluggish economic growth. Owing to the shrinking workforce in a wide range of industries, the production output will be reduced, resulting in a loss of profit for the country. For example, a country may lose its competitive edge to others because of the lack of vitality generated by young people. In terms of the impact on families, it stands out that the divorce rate has been climbing each year across the world. As a result of the small family unit, the bond between a couple is weaker than in families with children. Thus, it is easy for young couples to give up marriage because of certain arguements or lack of passion.
To sum up, a variety of reasons can result in a refusal to nurture the next generation for young adults. In addition, the social and domestic life which this choice yielded can not be neglected.