The main characters are all women:
* Susan Mayer: Has a daughter, Julie Mayer.
* Lynette Scavo: Has four sons: Porter, Preston, Parker, and a twin with an unknown name at birth.
* Bree Van de Kamp: Has two sons: Andrew Van de Kamp and Rex Van de Kamp (who dies in the first season).
* Gabrielle Solis: Has two daughters: Juanita Solis and Celia Solis.
* Edie Britt: Is initially a single woman, but later gets married and has a stepson named Travers Klein.
Let me know if you have any other questions about Desperate Housewives!