Childbearing Flashcards
1
Q
Births outside of wedlock
A
47% of children are born outside of wedlock. In most cases, the parents are cohabiting
2
Q
Not giving birth
A
More women are remaining childless
3
Q
Why are more women remaining childless?
A
More options than just motherhood now. Many want to establish a career instead= instrumental role.
4
Q
Reason for the increase in births outside of wedlock
A
Decline in stigma of cohabitation has led to increases in it.
Only 28% of 25 to 34 year olds think marriage should come before parenthood.
