US Birth Rate Hits Record Low

The general fertility rate fell by 1 percent last year, marking a nearly 23 percent decrease since 2007.

Experts attribute the slide to a combination of plunging teen pregnancies and a significant shift in women choosing to pursue education and careers before motherhood.

While some analysts believe the low rate could be temporary as younger generations postpone pregnancy, others warn of long-term economic implications.

The trend reflects a broader cultural shift that has seen birth rates steadily decline across the country for decades.