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Literally - when they're too old to get pregnant either naturally or with help. I am just now 35 and beginning to consider that MAYBE in a few years, we'll try. If I'm past the point of opportunity - oh well, perhaps we'll try to adopt. If not, we've lived a good life, I'm sure we'll enjoy the rest of it.
My mother had me when she was 43, in 1972. She's been a Fabulous mom. So in my book the only TOO Old is when physically you just can't do it.
I would say when you can't get pregnant naturally. Of course, there are other factors to consider such as the fact that the risk of Downs Syndrome dramatically increases after the age of 35. Personally, I think the risk is worth it if anyone wants to have a baby at an older age. But it is something to consider.
I'd say health-wise and risk-wise that is a question for an OB/GYN and a midwife, talk to several if possible. Are you talking risks or what "looks strange" or having the energy to be a parent? I know three women who had babies after age 40 but they were well versed in the potential risks and there a long list of them. Better to educate yourself and know what risks are. As far as energy and enjoyment, pure personal choice and we're all different.
I'd say health-wise and risk-wise that is a question for an OB/GYN and a midwife, talk to several if possible. Are you talking risks or what "looks strange" or having the energy to be a parent? I know three women who had babies after age 40 but they were well versed in the potential risks and there a long list of them. Better to educate yourself and know what risks are. As far as energy and enjoyment, pure personal choice and we're all different.
I agree.I had my last child at 47.Got pregnant on my own.Healthy child and pregnancy.I always felt so proud and happy to be pregnant at my age!And when I was up and about shortly after her birth,the attending nurse commented that she could not believe I was 47.I have always been healthy and I take good care of myself.But like the poster above mentioned,everyone is different.
I agree.I had my last child at 47.Got pregnant on my own.Healthy child and pregnancy.I always felt so proud and happy to be pregnant at my age!And when I was up and about shortly after her birth,the attending nurse commented that she could not believe I was 47.I have always been healthy and I take good care of myself.But like the poster above mentioned,everyone is different.
Wow I cannot imagine giving birth at that age. When your child is 20 you will be 67 years old.
I don't have an opinion on when women are too old to get pregnant. Each woman will have to decide that for herself. I'm 27, have no children and I'm not even ready to begin thinking about having children at this point. My mom had me when she was 35 though, so maybe I'll be around that same age.
If you need artificial means to get pregnant, you're too old. This includes fertility treatments and in-vitro.
Infertility is not a condition solely of older people & is not that cut & dried.
I know of at least 20 people personally, ranging in age from 28-35 who are using infertility treatments to get pregnant. Between PCOS, blocked tubes, early menopause, male factor (low motility), auto-immune issues, etc...there are a number of reasons that even younger people use infertility treatments because they cannot get pregnant naturally.
By your standards, I am "too old".
I did not get married until I was 36 and tried to conceive for several years and finally was successful at age 41. I am expecting twins thanks to IVF (in-vitro). I wish I could have gotten pregnant naturally but I'm grateful to have had a supportive husband and great doctors to help us. Our twins are the greatest blessing in our lives.
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I don't think you can put an age on it but I really think women should think about what they'll be able to do with their children as they get older. If someone has a baby at 50, then they will be 60 when the child is 10. Will they be able to play in the yard with them or help coach a ball team? People need to think about the effect of their decision to wait so long on the child. Will they have the energy and patience to deal with the child? It bothers me to hear of people waiting so long. It just doesn't seem fair to the child. But that is just my personal opinion. I know plenty of people who disagree and that's what makes the world go 'round.
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