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Remote Work Could Boost U.S. Birth Rates by 291,000

2/25/2026

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  • Researchers from King’s College London and Stanford University say expanded remote work could help address declining United States birth rates.
  • The study estimates remote work added 291,000 births in 2024 and outpaced government spending on early childhood care.
  • Professor Cevat Aksoy said hybrid work could be a low-cost policy to boost fertility outcomes.
  • The findings also note financial savings and flexibility from remote work, making childcare easier for parents.