Planning for a family
Name one type of family structure
nuclear, single parent, blended, foster, adopted
Couples with dependent children have been the most common family type in Australia. True or False
True
Why do you think planning before starting a family is better ?
Answer: It helps people prepare financially, emotionally and mentally.
1. What is one main reason why pregnancy later in life can be difficult?
Reduced fertility, women have fewer healthy eggs as they age.
What are two advantages of becoming a parent during your teenage years?
Healthy body/ more energy to raise children
Younger grandparents, may be more active and involved
what is a planned pregnancy?
a pregnancy that in intentially chose and prepared for
How have the ages of the first time mothers changed over the years?
They are choosing to have children later in life/at an older age
Point 200
What things you think someone needs before they are ready to become parents
Answer: They need a stable relationship, income, home and emotional readiness.
2. Name two social or financial challenges faced by a teen mum in the video.
School disruption and financial instability.
Why might becoming a parent in your 20s affect a person's lifestyle?
May interfere with university studies/employment/travelling/social life
Parent may not be financially secure yet
What is one major difference between a planned and unplanned pregnancy?
A planned pregnancy involves preparation and emotional readiness, while an unplanned pregnancy can be unexpected and stressful.
Why does fetility decline after the age of 34?
Women produce fewer eggs and the eggs are lower in quality which makes conceiving a child more difficult
Point 300
What do you think someone needs to know or feel to know that they are ready to become a parent?
Answer: They need to understand the responsibilities and feel ready for the changes.
3. At what age does a woman’s fertility begin to significantly decline, and why does this happen?
After age 35, because egg quantity and quality decrease.
Why can becoming a parent in your 30s have both social and financial benefits
Parents may have more life experience
Stable career and income
Stronger relationship
Potentially own a home
More prepared for parenting
How could an unplanned pregnancy affect a couple’s future relationship and raising their child?
It could create stress and make the parents feel unprepared for the responsibilities of raising a child.
what are 2 factors that have contributed to smaller families and choosing to have childer later in life?
rising living costs
delayed marriage
economic trends
more education opportunities
financial stability
Point 400
How can a person’s career, relationship, finances and housing affect when they decide to start a family?
Answer: These factors can affect how prepared and financially secure someone is.
4. Identify two medical concerns that a 40 year old mother may face during pregnancy.
Placental complications and gestational diabetes.
A couple in their 30s has a stable income and home, but wants to take time off work after having a baby. Name TWO forms of financial support they may be able to access and explain what they are for
Parental leave pay- provides government funded income to eligible parents caring for a newborn or adopted child
Family tax benefit- helps eligible families with the cost of raising dependent children
5. How do societal and cultural attitudes toward pregnancy at different ages (teen, 30s, 40s, IVF) influence the emotional wellbeing and decision making of the mothers shown in the video?
Answer: Judgment or support affects each mother differently, teen mums may feel stigma, women in their 30s often feel supported, 40‑year‑old mums may feel anxious about risks, and IVF mums may feel pressure and emotional strain. These attitudes shape their confidence, stress levels, and choices during pregnancy.