Babies born to mums in their 40s on the rise amid Singapore’s fertility decline
The Straits Times • 4/19/2026 – 4/20/2026
Summary
The number of babies born to mothers in their 40s is increasing in Singapore. This trend is occurring alongside a decline in the country's overall fertility rates.
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CategoryAntiLindy
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier94% (0.5^4/48)
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