Population Reference Bureau 91d ago

Amid widespread fertility decline, many people still hope to become parents—or to have more children. But plans don’t always translate to reality. What’s behind this gap? On March 25, 2026, PRB’s Center for Public Information on Population Research (CPIPR) hosted a discussion on new research into unrealized fertility and the factors shaping people’s ability to achieve their family goals. Speakers: 🔹 Luca Badolato, The Ohio State University — “The Fertility Desires–Intentions Gap in the United States” 🔹 Ester Lazzari, University of Vienna and Wittgenstein Centre — “Infertility and Unrealized Ideal Family Size” Moderator: 🔹 Mark Mather, Associate Vice President of Programs, PRB