The global fertility rate, or the number of children per woman, has halved over the last 50 years. What will having fewer babies mean for the future of humanity? In this funny, eye-opening talk, journalist (and self-described exhausted dad) Wajahat Ali examines how the current trend could lead to unexpected problems -- and shares why he believes we need to make it easier for people to have babies. "For those who can and choose to, may you pass on this beautiful thing called life with kindness, generosity, decency and love," he says.

Wajahat Ali: The case for having kids

The case for having kids

Efforts to incentivize childbirth in countries like Japan and Hungary reveal diverse strategies against declining birth rates.

Supporting future generations requires present investment: affordable healthcare, childcare, and parental leave are key.

Global fertility rates halve in 50 years, sparking debates on societal impacts and the urgent need for supportive parenting policies.