Zardnaar
Deity
Well, there was also a conscious political strategy on the part of the local powers to multiply the population in many of those places, so…
It is indeed the eternal benefit of having “more” kids. Haven’t got wealth? Sovereignty? Industrial supply lines? Well, have more kids. They’ll pay off eventually - maybe. But the more you have, the better your chances.
No pensions.
Mire kids more opportunity for support less burden on ones family.
Grandparents were also live in babysitters as well or cooking.
Village, church/temple, family. Church doubled as social welfare as well. Was an issue with protestant reformation.