Europeans are delaying parenthood, with the average age of first childbirth now at 29.8 years, a year later than a decade ago. This trend is seen across the EU, with women in Eastern and Central Europe becoming mothers in their mid- to late 20s, while those in Western and Southern Europe wait until their early 30s. Experts suggest that this delay is due to factors like completing education and achieving financial stability, rather than a decline in the desire for children. However, delaying parenthood may lead to fertility issues, prompting an increase in fertility treatments. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)