<Kids were perfect for the farm and nomadic societies. They were essentially free labor to help around the house.> They also mow the yard and help with heavy l

<Kids were perfect for the farm and nomadic societies. They were essentially free labor to help around the house.> They also mow the yard and help with heavy lifting! All kidding aside, children are also useful/needed in the later life phase of their parents. I watched my wife visit her Mother everyday for the last ten years of her life.