There is a lot of research on this topic. I know later studies contradict earlier studies, but I'm not sure who to believe here. Wondering if anyone can help.
In case it isn't clear, the basic question is the effect of having children on happiness.
Some links from LW:
Parenting and Happiness
Review: Selfish Reasons to Have More Kids
Some thoughts on having children
Is it immoral to have children?
Rationality and being child-free
There is a lot of research on this topic. I know later studies contradict earlier studies, but I'm not sure who to believe here. Wondering if anyone can help.
In case it isn't clear, the basic question is the effect of having children on happiness.