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The decline in births in Poland has led to a surplus of midwives, creating significant employment challenges within the profession.

Hus is responding to a significant increase in birth rates by hiring additional midwives due to a notable rise in the number of births in its hospitals.

A man returns to the hospital that saved him as a premature baby, now bringing his own twin daughters who also needed intensive care.

A review reveals that a significant number of severe incidents related to births were not reported to the Health Inspection Authority in Norway.

The article discusses predictions that by 2026, 85% of global births will occur in Asia and Africa, highlighting demographic shifts in wealth and living standards.

Statistics show that the average number of children born per Norwegian woman has increased slightly to 1.48 in 2025, primarily due to more births among women aged 30 to 34.

The article discusses the debate surrounding free birth in Norway, focusing on the misconceptions about the safety and physiological aspects of vaginal births in hospitals.

Argentine writer Selva Almada explores the life of a family through the perspective of their home in her daring novel 'Una casa sola.'

Igbo-Ora, a small town in Nigeria, is renowned for its remarkably high rate of twin births, prompting scientific inquiry into the reasons behind this phenomenon.

In February, Estonia registered 654 births, with 'Maria,' 'Nora,' and 'Saara' being the most popular names for girls and 'Sebastian,' 'Hugo,' and 'Oliver' for boys.

Poland is experiencing a significant decline in birth rates, raising concerns about the long-term demographic and economic implications.

Uusimaa is currently experiencing a significant increase in births, leading to overburdened midwives and hospital resources in Espoo.

The 76th Public Prosecution Office of Campo Grande has opened a civil investigation into obstetric care at the Cândido Mariano Maternity Hospital following reports of baby deaths during births, including one under suspicion of medical negligence.

Zakopane is facing a demographic crisis with more deaths than births and is implementing a new parental benefit in an effort to encourage families to stay in the area.

A Lithuanian economist proposes doubling maternity benefits to combat the country's severe demographic crisis, where deaths significantly outnumber births.

Argentina is experiencing a significant decline in birthrates, with a nearly 50% decrease in live births over the past decade, influenced by individual choices and societal conditions.

Norwegian Health Minister Jan Christian Vestre confirmed that the planned maternity ward in Alta will proceed as scheduled, despite a proposal to transfer births to Hammerfest for two months.

Despite the fact that deaths in France surpassed births in 2025, the French still express a desire to have children, reflecting a complex societal attitude toward family growth amid demographic concerns.

Japan has reported its 10th consecutive year of declining births, highlighting ongoing demographic challenges.

Japan is experiencing a decline in births for the tenth consecutive year, indicating a troubling demographic trend.

In 2025, Røyrvik experienced no births for the first time since 2022, according to new data from Statistics Norway.

A report highlights serious issues including bullying, racism, and undignified treatment in maternity services across England.

The Institute of Demographic Research and Studies in Greece proposes interventions to mitigate the demographic crisis by reducing the cost of raising children and improving the alignment of family and professional life.

A midwife in Skåne is facing criticism for inadequately informing patients about the risks associated with home births.

Norway's population reached 5,627,400 at the start of 2026, with an increase of 33,100 people in 2025 due to higher birth rates and net immigration, despite a decline in the number of immigrants compared to previous years.

Norway's population increased by 33,100 in 2025, driven by a rise in births and immigration, according to Statistics Norway (SSB).

Norway's population rose by 33,100 in 2025, driven by a surplus of births and net immigration, despite a decline in immigration numbers from previous years.

South Korea's birthrate has increased for the second consecutive year, reaching 254,500 births in 2025, attributed mainly to the rise of 'echo boomers' entering their thirties and recovering marriage rates post-COVID-19.

China's declining birth rate has raised concerns among authorities as recent statistics reveal a significant drop in the number of births, leading to societal pressures on singles during festive seasons.

A paramedic in the Orlickoústecko region of Czechia successfully assisted in the birth of two baby girls during ambulance services.

There is a significant decline in the number of births in December over the past six years compared to other months, primarily due to later kindergarten admissions and school readiness issues.

The number of births in Argentina continues to decline, with recent data showing a significant drop in live births and an increase in the elderly population.

After spending 12 days in Tihar Jail due to a check bounce case, actor Rajpal Yadav has been granted interim bail, expressing deep gratitude to his family and supporters during a relative's wedding celebration.

Argentina's labor reform under Javier Milei's government exacerbates precarious working conditions, particularly for women, by increasing job insecurity and deepening existing inequalities.

President Ruto of Kenya has signed several bills into law aimed at modernizing birth registration and reforming the pyrethrum sector.

In Spain, for the first time, more babies are being born to mothers over 40 than to those under 25, with Galicia having the highest proportion of older mothers.

In 2025, Spain experienced a 1% increase in live births for the first time in over a decade, despite continued negative natural population growth due to higher death rates.

This article discusses the decline in France's fertility rate, exploring reasons for fewer births and political responses to address the issue.

In Spain, the number of births in 2025 has increased for the first time in ten years, albeit by just 1%, while deaths rose by 2.5%, leading to a continued negative growth rate.

Spain has recorded its first increase in births in a decade, with a reported rise of 3,159 babies born in 2024.

Last year, over 11,000 births occurred in Latvia, with 451 resulting from state-funded medical fertilization procedures.

Latvia is experiencing a decline in birth rates, with an increasing proportion of births resulting from state-funded medical fertilization efforts.

Poland's Deputy Health Minister discusses the ongoing demographic crisis and the need to ensure maternity wards can handle a minimum of two births daily to address declining birth rates.

Nigeria faces a significant shortage of gynaecologists, with only about 2,200 specialists available to assist the approximately seven million births that occur annually.

Birth rates in Argentina are decreasing sharply, nearing levels similar to several European countries, sparking questions about the reasons and future implications.

A mother in France has confessed to freezing two of her newborn babies shortly after their births between 2011 and 2018, leading to an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

A woman in France is under investigation after hiding two of her newborns in a freezer for several years following secret births.

Latvia has recorded a continued decline in the number of newborns for the tenth year, despite a temporary surge in births during the last four months of 2025.

A mother in France confessed to placing her two dead newborns in a freezer shortly after their births between 2011-2018.

In Latvia, expert estimates indicate that around 100 underage births are registered annually, with some mothers giving birth in their 40s and 45s, highlighting the importance of community support for young mothers.