U.S. Births Drop Slightly in 2025.

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US births went down a little in 2025. There were 24,000 fewer babies born than in 2024.

The CDC shared new numbers about births last week. These numbers show almost all babies born in 2025.

Experts say people are getting married later in life. They also worry about money and resources for children.

The government tried to encourage more births. They wanted to make IVF cheaper and give baby bonuses.

US births have been falling for many years. Births were very low in 2023, fewer than 3.6 million.

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How many fewer babies were born in 2025 compared to 2024?

There were 24,000 fewer babies born in 2025 than in 2024.

What did the CDC share about births?

The CDC shared new numbers about almost all babies born in 2025.

What are some reasons experts think people are having fewer babies?

Experts say people are getting married later and worry about money and resources for children.

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