In Kyiv, the year 2026 was welcomed with 12 newborns: the first baby was born at 00:01

New Year's Births in Kyiv

According to Главком: On New Year's Eve, from December 31, 2025, to January 1, 2026, 12 babies were born in medical facilities in Kyiv, including 6 girls and 6 boys. The first baby was born at 00:01 at the Kyiv City Maternity Hospital No. 1. This event marked a symbolic beginning of the new year for many families.

According to the data, the highest number of newborns, specifically seven, was born at the Perinatal Center. In total, 38 newborns were recorded in Kyiv over the course of the day, including 17 boys and 21 girls. These figures highlight the importance of birth rates in the capital, especially given that the birth rate in Ukraine has fallen to 0.9 children per woman since the start of the full-scale invasion by Russia.

Demographic Challenges

In comparison, the international replacement rate is 2.2 children per woman of childbearing age. Before the war, the birth rate in Ukraine was 1.16. It is also worth noting that in 2024, mortality in Ukraine nearly tripled the birth rate, underscoring the relevance of demographic changes in the country: there were 495.09 thousand deaths and 176.78 thousand births recorded.

The birth of children on New Year's Eve can be perceived as a positive sign for society, particularly in the context of the demographic challenges faced by Ukraine due to the war. The declining birth rate and rising mortality indicate the need for measures to support the population and improve conditions for families.

This data emphasizes the importance of paying attention to demographic policy and social programs that can contribute to increasing the birth rate in the country.