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The aim is to analyze how maternal factors impact the number of children ever born in Punjab, Pakistan.

April 15, 2026Open Access

Modeling of Maternal Factors Affecting Child Ever Born in Punjab, Pakistan: Indication From Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (2017–2018)

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The aim is to analyze how maternal factors impact the number of children ever born in Punjab, Pakistan.
Analyzed data from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (2017–2018).
Examined factors such as maternal age, household wealth, and education.
Assessed previous delivery methods and their influences on fertility behavior.
Older maternal age correlates with increased childbearing.
Higher household wealth and education level are linked to lower fertility rates.
Desire for a child significantly influences reproductive decisions.

Abstract

Fertility differentials across Punjab appear to be shaped by a combination of biological, socioeconomic, and maternal factors. The study highlights the influence of women's age, household wealth, desire for a child, educational attainment, and previous delivery methods on reproductive behavior. These findings carry important implications for fertility regulation strategies in high-fertility settings and suggest targeted interventions for promoting planned parenthood in similar socioeconomic contexts.

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Maryam Siddiqa

International Islamic University, Islamabad

Amber Zubair

International Islamic University, Islamabad

Asif Hanif

Sakarya University

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American Journal of Human Biology

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Sakarya University

International Islamic University, Islamabad

University of Buckingham

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