Falling birth rates are freaking countries out and spawning dubious fixes like tax breaks, cheaper cars, and free surgery

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Countries with declining fertility rates have experimented with novel solutions to try to get women to have more babies.

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Baby naming is big business, with consultants charging up to $10,000 to find the perfect name

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A stock image of a newborn baby with a "Hello, my name is..." sticker.

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I make $5,000 a month renting out baby gear on the platform BabyQuip. Here's how I set up this super flexible side gig.

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I research harmful microplastics. Here's what I do to keep my family safe from their toxic chemicals.

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Microplastics are 10 times more abundant in baby poop than adult poop. Thats partly why plastics expert Laura Hardman keeps plastic away from her baby.

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As an expert on microplastics, here's what I do to keep my family safe.

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