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In a bizarre twist of events, the United States is facing an unexpected crisis as childbirth rates plummet to an all-time low. Experts are scrambling to uncover the cause, and their investigation has led them to an unlikely culprit – the notorious Furby invasion.

Once the darling of the toy world in the late 1990s, Furbies have made a triumphant comeback in recent years. Their wide, innocent eyes and chirpy language have bewitched a whole new generation of unsuspecting consumers. But as Furbies fly off store shelves faster than you can say “Goo-goo Gaga,” fertility rates are taking a nosedive.

A team of fertility researchers, armed with baby dolls and a surplus of Furbies, conducted a series of studies to find the elusive connection between the two phenomena. The results were jaw-dropping. Women exposed to Furbies for extended periods showed a sharp decline in their desire to start a family. One participant confided, “They’re like mini electronic babies, but without the diaper changes. Who needs real babies when you have Furby?”

It seems that the Furby’s uncanny ability to mimic the sounds of an infant has subconsciously convinced many potential parents that the Furby can meet all their nurturing needs, without the sleepless nights or college tuition. “Why settle for a real baby when you can have a Furby that never grows up or argues over bedtime?” one satisfied Furby owner quipped.

As the news of the Furby’s newfound contraceptive prowess spread, Furby sales skyrocketed even further. The toy’s manufacturer, FurbCo Inc., released a statement that they were thrilled with their toy’s ability to bring joy and apparently, population control. “We never imagined that Furbies would become America’s favorite non-baby baby substitute,” said the CEO, beaming with pride.

Meanwhile, parenting groups are up in arms, accusing the Furby industry of conspiring to sabotage the nation’s birth rate. “It’s Furby propaganda!” exclaimed one exasperated mother, balancing a wailing infant on her hip. “They’re making us believe we don’t need real children, just so they can sell more of those creepy critters.”

On the political front, the issue has sparked heated debates. Some lawmakers have proposed distributing Furbies as part of a nationwide family planning initiative, while others suggest a Furby tax to discourage their purchase. One bold senator even proposed a “Furby Exchange Program,” where citizens could swap Furbies for baby subsidies.

As the nation grapples with this Furby-fueled baby boom recession, one thing is for sure: the toy industry has unwittingly stumbled upon a revolutionary form of contraception. Will Furby enthusiasts continue to prefer chirping electronic companions over real babies? Only time will tell if the Furby remains the nation’s preferred form of “parenting” or if the Furby bubble is destined to burst, leaving the nursery gates wide open once more.