The etymology of economics is household management. Children are dependents of your household. I'm not really sure what your objection to this analogy is.... C

The etymology of economics is household management. Children are dependents of your household. I'm not really sure what your objection to this analogy is.... Choosing to work more so you can send your kids to an elite private school is one action that somebody can take. Choosing to work less so that you can be more involved in your children's lives is another. All the analogy is asking is that you be intentional about how you are managing yourself and your household.