As women have far fewer babies, the U.S. and the world face unprecedented challenges

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Ben and Sarah Brewington, both 35, thought they would have children after getting married and buying a home in Los Angeles. By choosing not to have children, they are part of an unprecedented and accelerating global trend.

Far more families are choosing to have fewer — or no — children. Many countries, including the U.S., now face a rapidly aging population that could begin to shrink.

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