Here is a list of things that might make me more likely to "have more babies" as per the White House's request. (Granted, I am probably not who they want to have more babies, but regardless.)
Increased federal funding for pregnancy research and symptom treatment options.
Access to affordable, accessible fertility treatments, including IVF.
Paid work leave in the case of pregnancy complications.
Free or equity-based subsidized cost for the birth, of my/my partner's choice, including the hospital, birthing center, home birth, etc.
Access to free abortion/assisted miscarriage should something go wrong during the birthing process.
At least 6 months, if not a year, of paid work leave for me and my partner both after the birth.
Access to food stamps and other assistance programs should we need them.
Free or equity-based subsidized cost for childcare once we go back to work, where the child has a guaranteed spot, and the carers are educated and paid fairly.
Free, quality healthcare for the child.
Free, quality educational opportunities for the child, including accommodations if the child is disabled.
Shorter work days/weeks for my partner and I, so we can spend time with our child.
Cost effective housing.
Increased protections for LGBTQ+ youth in schools.
Educational systems that prioritize honest conversations about history and marginalized communities.
Open access to contraceptives.
Things that do not make me want to have more kids:
$5,000, which doesn't even pay for the birth.
A medal, a la Hitler and Stalin.
