In the first six months of this year, the maternity ward of the Loznica Health Center welcomed a total of 409 babies – 212 boys and 197 girls. But hold on, that’s 23 fewer babies than in the same period last year! Yes, you read that right. Last year, 432 babies were born in the same timeframe, meaning the number of newborns is dropping. In June alone, 72 babies arrived – 38 boys and 34 girls, with June 16th being a baby boom day with eight newborns: four girls and four boys. Despite these bright spots, it’s worrying that the sound of baby cries is less frequent in the Loznica area this year compared to last. What’s going on? Is this just a temporary dip or a sign of a deeper problem? Last year, Loznica saw 40 more babies than the year before, but now the trend is reversing. Psychologists warn that many couples break up after having children, which complicates the demographic picture even more. Serbia has been facing a negative natural population growth for decades, and Loznica is no exception. Will the remaining six months bring a turnaround, or will we continue sinking into a demographic crisis? This issue isn’t just about numbers – it’s about the future of the entire community. Got thoughts on why fewer babies are being born or how to fix it? Jump into the conversation! Maybe your idea is the spark Loznica needs.
