| Pros | | |
| Financial Stability | Potentially better financial management | May face increased financial strain |
| Quality Time | More individualized attention | More demands on time and attention |
| Stress Management | Potentially reduced stress | Managing demands of multiple children |
| Career Focus | Opportunity for increased career focus | Balancing career and family responsibilities |
| Cons | | |
| Loneliness | Possible lack of sibling companionship | Lifelong companionship and emotional support |
| Social Skills | Limited opportunities for learning social skills | Development of social skills and teamwork |
| Pressure | Single child may experience excessive pressure | Sibling rivalry and shared responsibilities |
| Elderly Care | Singular responsibility for elderly parents | Distributed responsibility among siblings |
| Cultural Factors | | |
| Norms and Values | May diverge from traditional family norms | Aligns with cultural values and familial bonds |
| Environmental Impact | | |
| Carbon Footprint | Contributes to lower carbon footprint | May contribute to a slightly higher footprint |