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For the first time the Abrantes unit exceeded the 800-birth mark: there were 823 births in 2025. Foreign mothers account for about one third of the deliveries.
A round-up of press coverage on the PSD's support for António Seguro, reflections on Donald Trump's first year in office, and the growing number of mothers who are foreign nationals.
In 2025, 936 babies were born to Portuguese mothers and 554 to foreign mothers. The number of births represents an increase of about 5.2% compared with 2024, says the Local Health Unit.
936 babies were born to Portuguese mothers and 554 to foreign mothers, with the majority of the newborns being male.
Babies born to foreign mothers continue to represent a sizeable proportion, particularly due to the contribution of Brazilian women.
Home News 30% of new-borns in Portugal born to foreign mothers 30% of new-borns in Portugal born to foreign mothers In total, there were 89. 162 births in Portugal, 4,520 more than registered last year, which already showed a growth trend.
