> Yes, someone will have to pay: the person raising a child. If they can't afford to take time off to have the child, then they should seriously reconsider having a family. Having a family involves major expenses that only increase as the children age.
Agreed. My parents didn't have me until they raised enough money to take time off. Likewise, I don't plan on having a child (if any) until I have that cushion.
Quite frankly, I don't begrudge the government or corporations for not providing such benefits. I don't consider it their responsibility.
I did the same, but at the same time I don't begrudge others less fortunate financially to not be able to do so. Otherwise you get into a 'children are for the wealthy' situation which is for obvious reasons also not desirable.
Agreed. My parents didn't have me until they raised enough money to take time off. Likewise, I don't plan on having a child (if any) until I have that cushion.
Quite frankly, I don't begrudge the government or corporations for not providing such benefits. I don't consider it their responsibility.