Pandemic Effects on Global Birth Rates

This chapter examines the disparities in childbirth rates between wealthier and poorer nations during the pandemic, emphasizing the reluctance of women in affluent countries to have children due to uncertainty. It contrasts this with increased birth rates in less developed regions, where lack of contraception during lockdowns led to unplanned pregnancies. The chapter also discusses historical patterns of fertility trends during crises and the ongoing challenges faced by women of different ages in family planning.