In Germany for fifth year already there is a situation of birth rate increase. Federal statistic service informed that in 2016 the amount of the newborn was almost 800 000 what is 7% more than the year before. Such indicator is the best since 1973. Most mothers’ age is 30-37 years.

Since 2007 parents receive financial support which is 67% of the last salary of the parent, who is on maternity/paternity leave.