Yes. In Jainism, there is no prohibition on having children for householders. Procreation is considered a natural part of life for a layperson, provided it is pursued with right conduct (including ahimsa, truthfulness, non-stealing, chastity according to one’s duties, and non-possessiveness) and with proper care for the upbringing and welfare of the children.

Key points to keep in mind:

• For monks and nuns (renouncers), celibacy is required and they do not have children.
• For laypeople, family life is part of one’s duties (svakarma dharma), but one should strive to raise children with Jain values, truth, compassion, and respect for all living beings.
• Parenthood is also a source of responsibility: avoid harm to others, practice kindness, and impart ethical and spiritual values to children.

If you’d like, I can explain more specifically how Jain ethical duties apply to parenting or point you to traditional guidelines on family life in Jain texts.