What is the ruling on birth control and limiting oneself to a certain number of children (daughters) for the purpose of focusing on their upbringing, bearing in mind that sustenance is not the motivating factor?
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It is not permissible to limit births to a specific number and suffice with it under the pretext of raising children, as it contradicts the general religious texts that encourage procreation. However, delaying childbirth for a certain period to care for the previous child is permissible.
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