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The Baby Boom and Modern Fertility Crisis: Analyzing Demographic Shifts

The aftermath of World War II brought about a significant increase in birth rates worldwide. This phenomenon, known as the Baby Boom, resulted in a generation often referred to as the Baby Boomers. In the United States, soldiers returned from war brimming with patriotic spirit, coinciding with what many describe as a Golden Age of capitalism. During this time, housing was affordable, the free market thrived with innovative consumer products, and secure jobs offered a stable lifestyle, making it an ideal moment for families to begin.