America’s fertility rate has never been lower. Blame smartphones — and these 4 financial realities.
MarketWatch· Venessa Wong· Jun 16, 2026 · 4:40 PM
Having as many children as families want requires “gender equality, economic stability, decent health and confidence in the future.”
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