Archive · 21 May 2025

Delhi's Fertility Rate Dips Amidst Changing Social Factors

Delhi's Fertility Rate Dips Amidst Changing Social Factors

Delhi is seeing fewer babies being born, and the reason is changing.

Women are now making their own decisions about family planning.

They're getting better jobs and delaying having children.

Improved healthcare means parents are more confident their kids will be healthy.

Costs like inflation, childcare, and education are also making people think twice about having kids.

Additionally, health issues like infertility, stress and lifestyle habits are at play.

Many couples now prefer to have one child and give them the best care they can afford.

The trend shows a shift in when women are having children, with more having them later in life.

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