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The Year of the Dragon Baby Boom

Jun 22, 201228m

2012 is the year of the dragon. This is triggering a baby boom in China. More than 17 million babies are expected to be born this year, an increase of 1 million compared to last year. Would-be parents believe that giving birth during this auspicious period will bring good fortune and happiness to them and their babies. Businesses are taking advantage by offering unique events and services such as live-in nannies who are considered an essential part of the baby's first month of development. This episode of Asia Insight follows the lives of several couples in the midst of the year of the dragon baby boom.

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The Year of the Dragon Baby Boom

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