Bonuses for Babies: From Scare Tactics to Tax Breaks

Could the right incentive convince you to have a baby, or another baby?

Despite changing norms around family planning and parenthood, the stereotype that “two children make a family” remains deeply entrenched, with many families saying it is still their preference. Yet, birth rates in the U.S. and other countries continue to decline, approaching record lows, according to the CDC.

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The disconnect between family perspectives and actual day-to-day choices reveals a dee...

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Published on June 20, 2025 16:00
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