The editors invite contributions on delayed fertility and family trajectories, including their biological, social and policy dimensions. 

Key topics include changes in reproductive trajectories and fertility levels, fertility intentions and outcomes, the role of assisted reproduction, socio-economic inequalities, consequences for parents and children, and policy responses to these changes. 

The special issue is guest-edited by Éva Beaujouan, Marie-Caroline Compans, Alice Goisis, and Jasmin Passet-Wittig.

Original unpublished contributions (empirical or theoretical) on the topic of delayed reproduction are welcome. Different types of submissions will be accepted, including Research articles, Review articles, Perspectives and shorter Data & Trends contributions. All submissions will be subject to external double-blind peer review.

Submit your manuscript until 31 May 2025.