Several Nordic countries that, for decades, have had among the world’s lowest birthrates, experienced a babyboom during the pandemic. In the second half of 2021, Iceland saw an incredible 16.5% more births than usual, and Finland and Norway experienced 7 and 5% more births, respectively.
The Point: A Nordic Baby Boom?
The Point: A Nordic Baby Boom?
The Point: A Nordic Baby Boom?
Several Nordic countries that, for decades, have had among the world’s lowest birthrates, experienced a babyboom during the pandemic. In the second half of 2021, Iceland saw an incredible 16.5% more births than usual, and Finland and Norway experienced 7 and 5% more births, respectively.