Child- bearing- Families and households Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
How many children are born outside of marriage
A
Every 4 in 10
2
Q
what is the most common arrangment for parents when a child is born outside of marriage
A
they are cohabiting
3
Q
the average number of children women are having
A
1964- 2.95
2006- 1.84
4
Q
Reasons for changes in childbearing
A
- decline in stigma
- Increase in cohabitation
- later age women are having children
5
Q
how many 18-24 year olds think marriage should come before parenthood
A
1/3
