Since the 1970s, the median age of Aussie parents has been rising. This shift follows from young people reaching the usual milestones which come before parenthood, like leaving the parental home and getting married, later than what was seen in previous generations.
I presume this is median age at birth of first child.
Plot it against average life expectancy and maybe we realise that child bearing age is a function of expected time until death and not time since birth
Here's a link to the data source. https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/people/population/births-australia/latest-release
Majority of my friends are over 40yrs old and single. They've never been married and don't have children. Because it all costs money.
Interesting data. The trend raises intriguing questions about societal progress and individual growth trajectories. As we navigate evolving demographics and lifestyle patterns, it's worth pondering how delayed milestones impact our overall development. Could there be a correlation between delayed experiences and a shift in our collective growth dynamics? Food for thought indeed.
It's fascinating to see how societal shifts impact family dynamics. The Australian Bureau of Statistics data really highlights how life milestones are evolving. This trend of delayed parenthood reflects broader changes in lifestyle and priorities among younger generations.
Interesting
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2wStatistics—whether you love or hate them—can reveal different things to different people. I’ve noticed that the age difference between fathers and mothers seems to be shrinking; what does this mean?