How many kids is too many

Questioning your ideal family size, birthing choices, and financial considerations?

How many children is optimal? And is there even a right answer?

Should people have more children

Hopefully this guide can help!

By Lauren Butia. Reviewed by Dr. Kenosha Gleaton

The short answer: there is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to family size. But, we can go through all the pros and cons presented in various medical articles that may help you make your own informed decision.

How Many Children Can a Woman Have?

From a biological standpoint, one study shows that without fertility treatments, the average woman should try to conceive before 32 years old if aspiring to have one child, 27 for two children, and 23 for three.

[1] This is because as a woman ages, the number and quality of eggs make it increasingly more difficult. These recommendations were created from data using a computer simulation model of fertility; keep in mind that many women achieve their dream fam