I have been on the pill for over 2yrs and suddenly I find myself pregnant, and in a huge state of shock, I have heard its not good for women over 32 to give birth, health comps for both mom and baby, can anyone offer advice, tips or just their thoughts, I have been pregnant before, in fact she graduates in 7 mos from high school, so again this is a big shocker....
2007-10-02 01:13:34 · 16 answers · asked by Sandie L 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Well, I am 36 years old and 31 weeks pregnant, with my second child. My first is 11 years old. You will have genetic counseling. I had 2 ultrasounds, one at 14 weeks and one around 18 weeks. Both to check for down syndrome and some other chromosomal issues that older women MAY have due to age. I did not opt from these ultrasounds to have an amniocentesis or chronic villi testing as the risks for miscarriage from these test, while not as high as they used to be are still pretty significant. Really it is not that big of a deal, if you are in relatively good health you'll find you will cruise this pregnancy much the same as the one before, maybe a little more tired than 18 years ago but that would be expected. Good luck!! and congratulations.
2007-10-02 01:29:12 · answer #1 · answered by wag35 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am soon to be 35 and I'm 15 1/2 weeks pregnant now. I had a daughter 9 years ago. This may come as a shock to you but it's also a blessing!! I think it's cool that you are starting over....
They offer testing to women in the 35 range that they do not to others. Like for down syndrome etc. Other tests available as well but I didn't take up on any of them - just the regular & basic & required. You will do fine. I find that I am more tired now than I was when I had my first daughter 9 years ago but I am looking forward to enjoying this baby even more.
You aren't alone and you are definitely not too old in todays world!
Good Luck!
2007-10-02 01:34:37 · answer #2 · answered by sweetypie9 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congrats on the new addition. You are only 35 not 80 if you look after yourself and go to you Doctor for regular checkups you will be fine.I have a family member that was ways past 35 closer to 41 and fell pregnant, (they were told she will never have kids) everything went OK and the second son was born a whole 2 years later. That made her 43 . Don't believe everything hear or read. Take the Doctor advice and relax, you and baby will be fine, And Enjoy
2007-10-02 01:22:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I hope that whoever prescribed the pill to you explained to you that it wasn't 100% effective even with perfect use. It seems like a lot of people aren't getting that information these days.
I don't know where you heard that it's "not good" for people over 32 to give birth. It's true that there are higher risks of complications for mom and higher risks of issues for the baby - but this does not mean you will face either of these things. Women give birth over 32 and over 35 and even at 40 ALL the time. My mom had me at 36, my husband's mom had him at 37. We are fine and they are fine. I know someone who had a baby at 40. She didn't even think she could get pregnant because she hadn't had her period in a year. She's fine, and her child turned out fine.
Plus, it's becoming kind of "popular" these days for women to put off having kids until they are in their 30's.
Don't freak out. Just talk to a doctor about your risks and I'm sure they will assure you that you have a very good chance of everything being completely normal.
Good luck.
2007-10-02 01:18:53 · answer #4 · answered by Mrs.P 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations on your pregnancy!
First of all take a deep breath and calm down. Your info about having babies after 32 is just incorrect. It is true that there are higher risks for women over 35 but the prenatal care available is excellent nowadays.
The best thing you can do is be consistent in your prenatal care and follow your OB's instructions. Also, a good support system is important; father of baby, other family members, maybe your own mom, etc.
Try to enjoy this time in your life, it goes quickly! Good luck!
2007-10-02 01:30:27 · answer #5 · answered by Aulynnr 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had my first daughter at 34, my second at 38. My mom was 42 when I was born. Ten years ago, my cousin gave birth to her second child when her first was a freshman in college. Yes, you're in shock but older women having babies is much more commonplace than it used to be and the majority of those babies are just fine. Just go to the doctor and do what you're told, same as the first time. And congratulations! Think how much wiser you are about childcare this time around.
2007-10-02 01:24:16 · answer #6 · answered by Sharon M 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations, even though I know at this age it is scary it can also be a blessing as i hope I was to my mother who had me at forty years old. You do go into a higher risk category after thirty but it can be done the Dr's will keep a good check on you. My mother always told me I was what kept her young. she didn't have time to think about her age with a little one around. If you look into it though you are actually at an age when a lot of people are just starting their families. Again congrats and good luck.
2007-10-02 01:20:59 · answer #7 · answered by Mary B 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations! If you are healthy, don't smoke, eat right and exercise there is no reason you cant have a completely normal pregnancy. There are women in their late 40's having babies, where DID you get your information? Relax....just think how much medical science has improved in the last 15 years or so when it comes to pregnancy. The new ultrasounds are amazing, you will almost be able to see who he/she looks like before they ever get here.
2007-10-02 01:25:01 · answer #8 · answered by loggerswife 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
as technology advances things get better for babies and moms who are older. it is incorrect that it's not good to have a baby after 32. at the age of 35 the risk of the baby having downs syndrome is increased and continues to increase with age. the best thing you can do is go to your doctors visits as scheduled and take care of yourself the best you possibly can. MANY women have babies in their late 30's and early 40's and do just fine. my aunt had a baby at 40 7 years ago and everything went great, you just have to take great care of yourself.
good luck!
2007-10-02 02:24:02 · answer #9 · answered by somebody's a mom!! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my mother was pregnant with my little brother (9 years ago) and she was 34. She had cervical cancer before she got preg. and she did fine throughout the pregnancy. She was a bar tender/ waitress and continued to carry heavy loads of beer. She had no problems during labor or anything, He was a healthy boy and grew up to be a silly little dude. Follow docs orders, take vitamins, especially calcium. I heard that after your late teens to early 20s women dont absorb as much calcium from what they eat so it may be wise to take supplements and what-not. Just stay healthy and eat well, prepare yourself as much as you can. You should be fine :)
2007-10-02 01:18:49 · answer #10 · answered by katie-bug 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋