Is 36 to old to have another child after 17 years?

Answer 1

Nope. I had my first at 37. I was considered "high risk" because of my age. There are extra tests you should take (I recommend the first trimester screening over an amnio - no risk and very accurate), but let me tell you I had an easier pregnancy and delivery than most people I know.

Go for it - don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

Answer 2

The doctors will treat you like a high risk pregnancy. There's a big jump in the percentage of babies born with downs syndrome after the age of 35.

I had my first child at 33 and the second at 36 -- I was not happy with the way I was treated with my second. They wanted a lot more tests to be done -- I declined the afp test because there's too many false positives and I declined the amnio test because there's a 5% chance that the baby could be harmed.

Answer 3

Not if your spouse supports you in your decision. I'm 35 I have 4 kids, my youngest is almost nine, we are trying to have another one, our children are involved in the entire aspect. but it will be a relief to have a 15 year old(the oldest) and 8 year old( my youngest, as well as a 12 and a half and an 11 year old to help and enjoy the miracle of childbirth and the responsibilities that go along with it. I think It will be a good deterrent or "birth control" to have to witness this first hand.

Answer 4

Your first one is 17... only one more year and that ones an adult. Do you really want to start all over? Ready for another 18 years? 36 is not too old... but I'd be unwilling to spend 35 years out of my life in parent mode.

Answer 5

My mom had me when she was 44 and that is a long time ago. She had 9 kids though. I think the best thing you can do is decide on your health and where you are right now with things. Go get a physical from your doctor and see what he/she says about your overall condition.

Answer 6

No, my youngest brother and I are 13 yrs apart. I practically helped raise him! And we are super close too. I just wouldn't wait too much past 40 because there is a greater risk for down syndrome. My friend's Mom just had another baby (her eldest is 24!), and she is around 44 yrs old. Sad, but their new baby has down syndrome, doesn't mean it'll happen, but it can.

Answer 7

If you are in good health, I see no reasons for concern. Women in their 40's are having children now. You need to get checked out with your doctor and ask your questions that way. Get a good exam from the doctor and tell him or her what you are planning to do, if you are not pregnant already. Don't listen to other people, this is your life, not theirs.

Answer 8

my sister just had a child at almost 40. as long as you will love the child it is an amazing gift. my mom had me when she was 38 as well 19 years after her first.

Answer 9

If youthink you can handle the no sleeping, changing diapers and all the other "fun" stuff go for it. But remember as you go into your 30's the chances of down syndrom and other genetic defects. Good luck to you

Answer 10

Not at all. More and more women are delaying having children until their late 30s and early 40s, so you're going to have company. You're lucky, as you have already had children. It's easier to conceive once you have given birth, so you shouldn't have as many problems as the women who are trying to conceive their first children.
Enjoy!