Having a joint family may still be possible in rural areas but it is not feasible in big cities, where real estate is very expensive. There is more sense of belonging and affection between family members of joint family. Kids have lot of people and importantly their grand parents around them. This helps in proper parenting of kids.
Kids learn caring and sharing right from the beginning.
They do not have to go to baby-care. Joint family has strength of unity. Having more family members around is helpful in crisis situation. So what do you say . Let's meet with the summary of your opinions in y our own forum - Web Voice.