Should You Have a Third Child? How to Think Through the Decision
Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for FamiliesShow Notes
Should you have a third child? And how can you help your kids graduate college debt-free?
In this episode, we explore one of life’s most personal decisions: whether to grow your family. We walk through a thoughtful 7-step framework to help you and your partner decide if a third child is right for you—covering emotional readiness, relationship strength, finances, and the value of time.
Then, we’re joined by educator and author Shelley Branine to talk about how families can avoid student loan debt. We dive into why college costs have skyrocketed and how strategies like dual enrollment can help students earn college credits in high school—often at little to no cost.
If you’re thinking about expanding your family or planning for your child’s education, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and practical next steps.
Resources and Links 📚
📖My new book, "Own Your Time"
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/ownyourtimeamazon
📞Voicemail for Questions: Leave a voicemail at marriagekidsmoney.com/voicemail to have your question answered on the show!
💻 Sponsors and Additional Resources
https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/resources
👉Connect with me on social media:
LinkedIn: AndyHillMKM
Instagram: MarriageKidsAndMoney
CREDITS
Editor: Johnny Sohl
Podcast Support: Michelle Ahmed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More from Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families
Jon Acuff's Book: Procrastination Proof - https://amzn.to/4slpnMT (affiliate)
Sami Womack and her husband have built a $730,000 net worth in their late 30s, all while raising three children and living primarily on one income.
Can you afford to work part-time? And how do you know when you’ve saved enough for retirement?
What would life feel like if your mortgage payment disappeared for good?
Never Settle by Attia Qureshi: Learn practical persuasion and negotiation skills to help you confidently ask for what you want - https://amzn.to/46hLVFN (Amazon affiliate)