How large families are coping

Biggest blessings: Ani (left, sitting) and Khaftiah (below, in a pink headscarf) have six children each and are grateful for each and every one of them.

IPOH: They each have six mouths to feed, but for these mothers, their kids are their biggest blessings.

Despite the rising cost of groceries and other necessities, these women are doing their best to provide for their children.