> I think people should have kids when they are ready. Make an assessment to the best of their ability when exactly that time has arrived.
While I kinda agree with this, I've known some folks whose standard for 'ready' was a lot higher than previous generations/other cultures.
For example, I could get a folding desk, move my home office into my bedroom, and put 3 kids in bunk beds in one room.
Or I could say I'm not ready to have kids as I only have a 2 bedroom home, whereas in a few years time I'll be able to afford a bigger place.