Factors influencing womens fertility intentions in the context of low fertility: a review of domestic literature and research prospects

To help improve Chinas current low fertility situation and mitigate the accelerated pace of population aging, this paper investigates the factors influencing womens fertility intentions in the context of low fertility. Drawing on existing domestic empirical studies and data, it systematically analyzesthrough a sociological lenshow social, familial, individual, and policy factors affect womens fertility intentions and shape their fertility decision-making, thereby providing a scientific basis for the formulation and adjustment of governmental fertility policies. From the perspectives of policy, economy, and socioculture, the paper puts forward countermeasures and recommendations with potential for further development, aiming to promote proactive childbearing among women, boost Chinas fertility rate, and offer reference points for addressing severe population aging and related issues.