Fertility

Broadly known as anti-natalism, the philosophical stance against having children stems from a variety of factors. In Japan, it arises amid low fertility rates, economic pressures, and ethical concerns. This essay explores the reasons some Japanese embrace the philosophy.

The rate of births in the US has dropped by 20% in the last two decades after 30 years of relative stability. After the Great Recession, the birth rate across all demographics began to drop and has not recovered since, and no single factor has been identified as the key cause.

A young, healthy man produces roughly 100 million sperm cells daily, seemingly providing an endless supply of sex cells. But there are widespread claims of a reduction in the total number of sperm cells worldwide in recent decades, a claim this writer set out to investigate. With advances in IVF and IVG—where babies are made though non-sexual stem cells—cultural norms about pregnancy are child-rearing are shifting. Read this deep exploration into the topic.

National Geographic’s resource collection provides maps, articles, and infographics explaining demographics. At its core, demography is the study of the social characteristics and statistics of a human population. Easily accessible pages unpack lessons on population growth, fertility, and the US Census. The resources show how the study of the size, age structures, and economics of different populations can be used for a variety of purposes – including political campaigns, scientific research, and advertising. Explore different approaches to and uses of demography through this interactive site.

While there's a popular belief that a woman's fertility significantly declines at the age of 35, the idea may be oversimplified. It is true that a woman’s prime years for conceiving are during her late teens and early 20s. However, while fertility does indeed decline with age, factors such as individual health, lifestyle, and reproductive history also play a role in determining a woman’s fertility. Read this article to learn more about the role aging plays in a woman’s chance of conceiving.

This UN summary outlines four global trends in shifting demographics. The world’s population is expected to peak by the end of the century as fertility rates continue to decline. Between now and 2050, the global population is projected to become...

This list highlights eight demographic trends expected to shape the world in the coming decades. The world’s population is projected to hit 9 billion in 2037. In that time, India will overtake China in population, and the Democratic Republic of...

This article breaks down the global crash in fertility rates. According to researchers, a global crash in children being born will have a “jaw-dropping” impact on societies. Women are choosing to have fewer children as a result of more women in...

This podcast explores how America’s coming demographic crisis is bad for employers. According to Bloomberg, businesses still need humans to make the economy work. However, too few workers in the US are actually working, and too few people are...

The Human Fertility Database is the leading scientific data resource on fertility in developed countries. The database is open access and provides detailed data on fertility by age of mother and birth order. Based entirely on official vital...