What it’s really like to have a big family today
As Australia's fertility rate reaches a record low, families with four or more children are becoming increasingly rare. The article highlights the daily challenges and dynamics of a large family, exemplified by the Powell family in Batemans Bay. Despite the chaos, parents Steph and Mark Powell embrace their busy lives filled with children and the necessary organizational skills to manage it all.
- ▪Australia's fertility rate fell to a record low of 1.48 in 2024.
- ▪Families with four or more children are becoming a rare sight in the country.
- ▪The Powell family, with five boys, showcases the challenges and joys of raising a large family.
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