Cheryl Prudham, a British mother, has given birth to 13 children in total and says she’s still not satisfied with this number! British society is fiercely criticizing her, claiming that Cheryl Prudham has turned her maternity wards into a system for collecting state aid. In society’s eyes, this is organized theft. The mother had her 13 children with three different fathers and isn’t worried about it. The state has mechanisms to support her financially. Is this her main motivation? Is it legal or not?
Large Family
Large from how many?
Large family… but from what number? The question of large family remains complex to grasp. According to what standards do we define a so-called large family? According to society’s norms, we speak of a large family when the number of its members is considered to be high. It will also be said that the understanding of the concept of large family varies from one socio-political and even socio-cultural context to another, as well as from pro-natalist policies.
And in France?
In France, from April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024, family allowance amounts vary depending on the number of children. For two children, the monthly amount is €142.70. For three children, the monthly amount is €325.53. For each additional child, the family receives €182.83 per month. The increase for those over 14 years old allows for €71.35 per month. There is also the family supplement, the family support allowance, and other provisions.
13 children and the benefits are pouring in!
Cheryl Prudham: XXL mom
Hold on tight, Cheryl Prudham is not the most XXL mom the British have ever known. The Radfords are currently the largest family in England with 22 children. Noel and Sue Radford have no plans to stop having children just yet! Cheryl Prudham, mother of 13 children, has no plans to stop there. She had her first 6 children with her first husband, George. She started having children as a minor and currently lives with Lee, the father of her 13th child.
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