2023-05-15 17:24:51
Being a mother at an advanced age, that is, from the age of 35, can cause some problems. There are many families that postpone pregnancy until after 30 and over but have healthy babies. That is why special care must be taken to help the baby reach the world in the best way. The important thing is to understand the risks that pregnancy at a certain age can bring.
Older women may take longer to get pregnant
Keep in mind that women are born with a limited number of eggs. In your mid to late 30s, the quantity and quality of your eggs decline. Also, as they get older, the eggs are not fertilized as easily as when they are young. If you are over 35 and have not been able to get pregnant in six months, consider seeing your doctor.
Multiple pregnancies are more common in old age
With age, the probability of having twins increases. This is because hormonal changes could cause more than one egg to be released at the same time. On the other hand, assisted reproductive technologies, such as in vitro fertilization, also influence this.
The risk of high blood pressure during pregnancy is higher
Much research indicates that high blood pressure that occurs during pregnancy is much more common later in life. If you are an elderly pregnant woman, your doctor will monitor your blood pressure, as well as the growth and development of the baby.
If you have high blood pressure during pregnancy, you will need to see your doctor more often. Also, you may have to have the baby before your due date, as this will avoid complications.
The risk of gestational diabetes is also increased
Gestational diabetes is diabetes that occurs specifically during pregnancy and is more common in older women. Pregnant women who have it must keep their blood glucose strictly controlled through physical activity and diet, and sometimes medications are also needed. If left untreated, this type of diabetes can cause the baby to be larger than average and this can mean injury during delivery. In addition, gestational diabetes increases the risk of preterm labor, high blood pressure during pregnancy, and complications for the baby after birth.
In older women, the probability of having a cesarean section is increased
After the age of 35, there is an increased risk of pregnancy-related complications that can lead to a cesarean delivery.
Increased risk of preterm labor and having a low birth weight baby
You should know that premature babies often have complicated medical problems.
There is an increased risk of pregnancy loss
In older pregnant women, the risk of spontaneous abortion and intrauterine stillbirth increases with age. This is due to pre-existing diseases or chromosomal conditions in the baby.
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