2007-06-11 20:43:12 · 37 answers · asked by Andrea B 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I'd rather see a lady of 42 pushing a pram, knowing she has waited a long time to have a baby, and that the baby was planned and very much wanted.Rather than a teenager who has made a mistake and will regret it for a long time.
Lots of ladies are putting off having children until their 30's, and 40's because of careers.
When you're more mature having a family, I think you have more time for the kids.I had my kids in my early 20's, and I'm happy I did.It worked out well for me.If I waited until my 30's, I'd never would have had any kids at all, at 34 I had breast cancer.
Life's too short to worry about what others think of you having a baby.If you want one, go for it.Being a mum is hard work, but so rewarding.Good luck.
2007-06-11 20:57:08 · answer #1 · answered by CMH 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's mad. But it's certainly something to think long and hard about. My mom had more kids when she was 38 and 40 (she had my brother and I in a first marriage and my half sister and half brother in her second marriage). She's very happy and loves all of us very much. But she's exhausted all the time. My brother and I don't live with her, so it's just the younger two and my half brother has down syndrome. I know that if she could do it over again she'd still do it the same way... but I wouldn't do it. I feel like at 42 I will want to be enjoying my kids getting into their teenage years and not getting back into diapers. But every one has their own opinions and if you can handle it, then go for it!
2007-06-11 21:02:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read somewhere (cant remember where exactly) that a woman in her 50's planning for a baby is more irresponsible than a woman planning for one in her teens. I cant remember the exact reasoning behind the statement but I do remember it being very clear and reasonable. Something about the medical state of your body not being fit for childbirth, but also your mental state (im not saying your mad, or physically unfit, just the way nature moulds your body when reaching certain ages) Id consider researching the idea beyond yahoo answers before listening to answers like "if its Gods will..."
2007-06-11 21:09:12 · answer #3 · answered by Chris O 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think its " mad " to have a baby at the age of 42. Statistics show the average marriage these days for women is 27, and men 28. Plus, alot of people decide to have a career first before having their first child. The only downside is, the older you get the more complications you will run into, and the harder is to concieve. Good luck to you!
2007-06-11 20:46:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
hi im a mum of 42 i have a 3 month old baby girl and i will hav an other baby if i can
2007-06-13 08:43:33 · answer #5 · answered by beverley_marven 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not mad-but maybe you should consider some things first. One--how old will you be when he/she is a teenager? I was born when my mother was 41 and she was a wonderful mother but she was so behind the times. She wouldn't let my sister and I date until we were 16 and then we had to double date, and we had to be home at exactly the time she set--usually 9:30. Our father had died when we were small--ages 3 and 5. So we never really had a father-daughter relationship. Our brothers were so over protective of us that we had to introduce them to the guys we wanted to date and if they didn't think we should then our mom wouldn't let us date them.She was old fashioned and it took a lot to get her to realize that dress codes and other things were different thab when she was young. So please consider what the child would feel in that situation.
2007-06-11 21:03:15 · answer #6 · answered by elliemae2 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is no longer unusual for a 42 year old woman to have a baby. Lots of famous and ordinary people are doing it. Just make sure you take care of yourself, exercise, eat properly and take vitamins both during and after your pregnancy. Good luck.
2007-06-11 20:53:34 · answer #7 · answered by lcmcpa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, women can have healthy babies into their 40's.
The question you have to ask yourself is do you want one.
Without sounding mean, the biological clock is ticking and at 42 (if you a women) you can only expect about 10 more years before the menopause.
If you and your partner are happy, can afford it and will look after the baby.... then why the hell not?
2007-06-11 20:48:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No its not mad, but think about it... you will be 60! when your kid graduates high school!! All the things kids do as a teenager, trouble, rebellion the usual teenage stuff and your going to be 60! Thats the age you should start to have grandkids.
2007-06-11 20:51:14 · answer #9 · answered by alcollar329 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you and your partner are prepared mentally and physically.
Bear in mind also the child will be dependant on you until you are 60 (unless the child starts working at 16 or 17).
2007-06-11 20:52:48 · answer #10 · answered by PollyPocket 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋