Why the World Needs More Babies—and How We Can Make It Happen at Home

What if I told you the world is running out of babies? Sounds dramatic, right? But according to a provocative new book by Dean Spears and Michael Geruso titled After the Spike, the global population is headed for a nose dive. And here's the kicker—we don't really have a game plan to stop it.

The authors argue that persuading people to have more children isn’t just a private decision anymore; it’s a societal imperative. So, buckle up, because this topic is about to get fascinating, urgent, and maybe a little bit controversial.

The Population Plunge Nobody’s Talking About

While some view overpopulation as the boogeyman of the 21st century, Spears and Geruso flip the script. Birth rates are plummeting worldwide, from Japan to Europe to parts of the U.S., and it’s happening faster than anyone predicted. This