The Pro-Natalist Dilemma

This chapter explores the complexities of the pro-natalist movement and its attempts to boost birth rates in industrialized nations, revealing the limited success of policies such as extensive parental benefits. It examines the changing roles of women, declining teenage pregnancies, and the influence of economic factors on family planning decisions. The discussion also contrasts the perspectives of pro-natalists with the realities faced by modern parents, highlighting the societal pressures and government interventions that shape reproductive choices.