Imagine a world where critical healthcare services, including reproductive support, face deeper budget cuts just as the demand grows. That’s the reality facing many countries after NATO’s recent decision to allocate 5% of GDP toward defense spending, as reported by Al Jazeera in NATO countries’ budgets compared: Defence vs healthcare and education (read more). But what does this mean for hopeful parents exploring alternative paths to starting a family? Spoiler alert: the stakes are high, but so is hope — especially with innovative solutions emerging outside traditional healthcare systems. Let’s dive in.