2007-10-05 07:12:01 · 12 answers · asked by shelby g 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
Absolutely not! My husband and I married at 37. I gave birth to our 1st at 39 and we're joyfully expecting our 2nd at 40. I know I am much better equipped to be a better parent than I would have been in my 20's. I was much to selfish back then!
2007-10-05 07:36:27 · answer #1 · answered by Proud Mommy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People are considering having children later in their lives. You're not at all in the minority anymore. In developed countries, where people take the time to finish college, develop a career, then get married, then consider children, it's natural to be well into your thirties before children become something that you can consider doing. And, though there are a few health risks to consider [these would have to be discussed with your OB/GYN, to insure that you are in good health], such as the increased risk for down syndrome, it actually seems to produce a better, more stable environment for the child. Generally those that wait are more financially and emotionally able to support their children.
If you and your husband want children, I say go for it. Set up an appointment with your OB/GYN and make sure that you're ready for conception, then hop to the fun of baby making.
2007-10-05 07:17:40 · answer #2 · answered by Stephanie E 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you healthy? If you are overweight try to lose some weight before to ttc. I am almost 37 abot to gove borth to my
#2. There are increased risks like Gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. I have both and am on bet rest for the next 2 weeks. But other than that I have had a good time and wouldn't trade in being a mom for the world. Good luck and go for it!
2007-10-05 07:18:59 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all. Go in for a pre-pregnancy check up to be ahead of the game. Start taking prenatal vitamins and doing common sense things (like eating right and getting some sort of regular exercise, if you don't already) to improve your health and well being. I'm older than you are and TTC.
Good luck.
2007-10-05 18:30:50 · answer #4 · answered by ღ†Rocker Wife†ღ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm 37 and pregnant...its not my 1st...so we do differ in our situations...but this is my 1st baby with my current partner....he really wanted a baby with me once we started to get serious and realize that we loved each other and were gona spend a long time 2getha as a couple....he asked me regularly for 5 years to have a baby.....i already had children and felt that time was ticking away and that i was too old....and then 1 day i read a problem page about a woman who was going through the menopause at 36....her choice to have a baby was gone....it can happen that quickly....that day i knew that i still had my choice and i was gona take this opportunity to have a baby with a man i loved....before that choice was took from me....my point being....we really dont know how long we have left to bear children....so if you love each other....and you see kids being part of your future together, then please, do it....good luck and be happy.
2007-10-05 07:56:30 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
38 is not too old to think about having a baby. My youngest was born when I was 38 years old. We have close friends who's son was born a little before our daughter. He was their first. She was 41 when he was born. I know several first time moms who are late 30's - early 40's. You are not too old at all.
2007-10-05 07:22:02 · answer #6 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all! My mother got married later in life, and had me at 33, and my brother at 37! Moms are having babies well into their 40's! If this is what you and want then I say go for it :) Good luck.
2007-10-05 07:18:15 · answer #7 · answered by Amanda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No off corse not. Women are choicing to conceive later and later. As long as you are stable and can give your baby the best chance then your are certainlyin agreat position
2007-10-05 12:19:44 · answer #8 · answered by Littleblonde-kacey is here 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Not with today's technological advances. Check with your gyno and see what they suggest. Every one is different and their bodies can handle situations differently, but I would not see that your would have any problems. One of my good friends just had a baby last month and she is 43. Good luck to you in whatever you decide!
2007-10-05 08:08:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily but I would go to the doctor for testing. My mom was 42 when I was born and that was without medical intervention. In fact, I don't think they even had medical intervention then.
2007-10-05 07:24:01 · answer #10 · answered by Sharon M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋