10 Good reasons to have children

On the fence about starting a family? Consider these benefits of raising kids ...

There are many reasons people choose to postpone or forgo having children today, but there are even more reasons to welcome children into our lives and build families. In a culture that’s not always child-friendly, it’s helpful to remember the many ways kids change us, and the world around us, for the better. Raising children isn’t easy, but the most worthwhile and meaningful things in life always require effort and sacrifice. If you’re on the fence about having children, here are 10 reasons (of many!) to be open to life.

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