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Study on Fertility Intention and Influencing Factors of Single Women of Childbearing Age in Shiyan City

Author(s)

Kunyao Huang, Bowen Xu, Jingyang Chen, Lutong Li, Honggang Gong, Yonghai Tan*

Affiliation(s)

School of Public Health and Wellness, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, Hubei, China *Corresponding Author

Abstract

With social transformation and evolving attitudes toward marriage and childbearing, the fertility intentions of single women of childbearing age have become increasingly prominent. This study investigates fertility intentions and influencing factors among single women of childbearing age in Shiyan City, providing insights for strategy development. Through random sampling, 256 single women from five districts were selected as subjects. Data were collected on personal characteristics, social attributes, family circumstances, and fertility intentions, with analysis conducted using multiple logistic regression. Results indicate that age, monthly income, health status, household income coverage capacity, and satisfaction with maternity leave strategies significantly affect fertility intentions (all P<0.05). The analysis reveals that estimated child-rearing costs serve as a protective factor for fertility intentions (OR=0.71). The study highlights that low fertility intentions persist among single women of childbearing age in Shiyan City, with child-rearing expenses being a key determinant influencing their decision-making.

Keywords

Single Pregnant Women; Fertility Intention; Influencing Factors

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