Geriatric Pregnancy?! | OBGYN Explains advanced maternal age, pregnancy over 35, & recommendations!
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- Geriatric pregnancy?! No! Learn about pregnancy at advanced maternal age (35 years and older) in this video from OBGYN Dr. Marta Perez. We cover fertility, miscarriage, and complications in pregnancies for those over 35 as well as whether or not this is a "high risk pregnancy."
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I'm 43 and pregnant for the first time ..I'm actually excited about being an older mom. By the time I have my baby I'll be 44 - i feel so blessed and totally prepared to be a mom 🥰
If I may ask, how long did it take you to conceive?
Congratulations! It’s never to late to be a mom. What a blessing! Enjoy 😉
I agree I had my first at 26 and now found healthy love and will try for a baby at 39 years old. I feel more prepared now for sure.
@@misscamara12 it took me 13 years 🙏
@@brendabenitez7359 thanks ☺️
I had my first baby at 37 years old, now I’m 40 and I’m pregnant with my second baby. I’m thrilled! I don’t feel old at all. I’m so happy. Praying for everyone to have a safe pregnancy and safe delivery 🙏🏽
❤❤
I'm 37 and pregnant ! 8 weeks ❤❤
@@s.elizabeth1753I'm 45 pregnant 7 weeks!
You seriously had a geriatric pregnancy!? Are your kids artistic??
Im currently 42 and in my 4th month expecting a little baby boy. My first child. I am a desperate case of low ovarian reserve written off by doctors as hopeless. Tried for more than 3 years, after a failed IVF I got pregnant naturally last year but misscarried, 7 months later I got pregnant again, naturally again and this time everything seems to be in order. I was close to going for the egg donnor treatment and giving up. Examining fertile mucus saved me. Sending lots of positive energy and baby dust to all women over 35 who suffer negative medical treatment. We need more people who support us not bring us down mentally. Plenty of emotional scars I am finally over the moon and so happy. Pray for me and for my baby. Wishing you all lots of strength, positivity, hope and baby dust.
Monitor cervical mucus was the gift for me too! Congratulations!!!
This is an old comment, but boy your story hit home. 43, trying for two years. Multiple miscarriages, and about to move onto donor ivf when I got pregnant naturally.. A miracle! Hope you had a healthy pregnancy!
Ameen 🤲
I'm 45 and currently pregnant with my first. I never had any known fertility issues, I never tried for a baby. I got pregnant on my first attempt. My God is awesome!!. Every genetic screening came back normal. My doctor was stressing me about blood pressure because of age but my pregnancy caused my blood pressure to be low 90s/60s which is awesome. I have 3 months left. I have to remind myself I'm pregnant. No symptoms at all; not even nausea. So far I've only gained 8 pounds. I feel so blessed and look so much prettier pregnant. I'm greatful. I'm not boasting
This was so beautiful to read! It seems like you're probably close or past your due date now so congrats on baby!
I smiled while reading your post and I am currently trying. Truly inspirational ❤
I'm 42 pregnant with my first. I'm scared to be honest but taking it one day at a time. I will be 43 when I have my baby. Praying for the best
Congratulations Steph I am 41 and pregnant with my first I am scared and taking it one day at the time. I wish us all the best because the chromosomal abnormalities and miscarriages freak me out I pray everyday❤❤
Wish you and your baby all the best. 🙏🙏🙏
Extremely selfish. Probably not even a wife
Did you conceive naturally
@@leestyles6687it’s not selfish, lmao. If she’s financially stable, why not?
I got pregnant really quickly at 38 and delivered a very healthy baby at 39. Currently 20 weeks pregnant with my second at 43(she's kicking like crazy right now) , but this one took almost 18 months to conceive. This will obviously be my last baby. So glad I managed to fit two in before the factory closed down.
poor kiddos will have autism because of their selfish mother
My son is not on the spectrum, and I've met a lot of autistic kids with 25 year old moms.
@@fgcpeak9591 How do you know that? Why are you picking on this woman? She probably took care of her health and made some clinical health checks it's so mean to attack some and call them selfish people can be sh..t to others really...Shame on you!
@@fgcpeak9591 being an older parent doesn't mean the kids will have autism.
The chances are much higher though@@giftofthewild6665
41 and pregnant with my 2nd child 😍
When did u have ur 1st
I'm 38 and really hope I can get pregnant before 40 😔 pray for me if you believe
40 and pregnant with my second
37 and pregnant with my first
I feel so much better. Just got a positive test at 41.
I’m 37 and found out I’m pregnant today!!!
This will be my third. My other children are 16 and 15. So… here we go!!!
I’m really happy and so is my husband.
Age was a big deal in my mind, but it’s nice reading all these comments from those of you experiencing the same things.
Thank you 😊
Cari, thank you for sharing this! My three older children are 13,14 and almost 16. I almost screamed when I saw this comment because we are in the process of having a vasectomy reversal and I am also 37. How are your teenagers reacting and how are you doing??? I am worried about all the risks seeing as that I was 21-24 when I had my three older children.
I turned 36 today and found out im pregnant on my birthday. This will be my third baby as well... wish me luck.
Congratulations!!
I'm also 37 and just found out a couple of days ago! I have a 6 and 9 year old as well. This is a surprise pregnancy for us. I hope you's is going well!
Omg, same boat... not sure this was in my plans though.
Oooooooooooh 😱 I'm considered very advanced maternal age, because I'll be 40 when I give birth in August 😂. I got pregnant naturally, without any effort. I pray to God my baby is healthy and that I'm able to deliver safely.
I can't believe I'm this old already. Where did the years go?
Exactly 40 in not geriatric.
Had a baby at 36. I LOVED being pregnant! I’m health conscious, very fit and balanced diet. Get yourself together if you’re planning on being pregnant later in life.
Noted
Yeah this is key, a lot of these girl are putting crap into their bodies-overworking themselves and not taking care of there health issues and putting off having kids to late 30's and will be in for a ride awakening- not just in pregnancy but also having to energy to raise baby, hopefully hubby is helpful
I’m 37, 36 when I got pregnant. A few weeks out from giving birth with my second and have had a basically normal pregnancy so far. No GD or HBP issues.. sicker for longer than normal, and really really tired, more so than last time when I was 30 but overall everything is great with baby and me and looking forward to meeting my baby. Don’t worry too much about your age ladies, it’s possible.. edit, I had my baby and he is perfectly healthy and so am I.
My partner is 37 years old and we're expecting our first child.. she is a month in that's why i searched this video up... (while being at work) thank you for posting this... it makes me so much more comfortable... fuck
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As a 33 year old woman and reading the comments and hearing her reasurring words of why we as women are waiting to have children later in life was so comforting and very real. I feel alot better knowing that it is still possible for me to have a baby in the future. Congratulations to all the new parents you've got this!
Thank you for the information and positive attitude, I am 39 almost 40 pregnant with my first. ❤️
I’m 35. Still taking some college courses and I’m prob gonna have a kid next year. It’s crazy how I do not feel old enough to be considered for a geriatric pregnancy
I’m 46, giving birth next week…. Had my first at 22, my 2nd at 43….
Was it natural conception. What was your amh levels
I hope everythın is ok
40 and pregnant with baby #10.
Me and hubby are still shocked...lol
All glory to God.
I am so surprised to be pregnant at 43. I have only managed to get pregnant once before, 21 years ago with my only child until now. So far, I am at 11 weeks, 2 days, and the heartbeat is in the normal range. It has been a terrifying process so far, because I have been so afraid of losing it. I am starting to get a little more hopeful as I approach the 2nd trimester. I even thought I might be losing the baby, but it was a UTI causing me pain.
Can relate to this.
How did it go? How is your baby?
Yes how are you? Update!?
With the help of ART I gave birth to my first son a week before I turned 51. I gave birth to my second son 16 months later. My BP was slightly elevated late in my first pregnancy, but nothing that required medication. My second pregnancy I had no issues. Both were born vaginally. The only issue I had was that the placenta did not deliver on its own with the second delivery. That causes a great deal of blood loss. I don't think that was age related. My boys are both happy and healthy. If 35 is geriatric, what do you call over 50? LOL.
Amazing 🤩 and congratulations 🎉
I'm 40 and just found out I was pregnant with my 4th. I have a 21 year old, a 7 year old, a 15 month old, and pregnant AGAIN!!! 😳 My husband was like...how did this happen??? I thought you were too old to get pregnant again 🤣
@@SamHoward281 😂😂😂
What is ART? And, congratulations! I feel older women are terrific moms, not that you're older.
Wow that's great!
Amazing God makes the rules... Congratulations 🙏🏽
Had my last son at 43
I had my 5th baby on 8/9/21 (5th csection) at the age of 44. My baby was born at 34 weeks due to preeclampsia. No genetic defects.
Pregnant with my first at 37. Also no health conditions prior or during. I feel prepared to be a mom. My husband and I had a good bit of traveling and experiences and are in a good place financially so it’s nice to have waited. I feel totally ready for my baby boy :)
How did it go?!
@@s.elizabeth1753 Pregnancy went to 41wks. It was wonderful. I genuinely miss it 🥹 I was induced bc labor just wasn’t starting spontaneously and baby boys fluid was low. Ended in c-section after induction. The laboring was terrible & lonely at the hospital after the pitocin kicked in. The nurses were totally unhelpful. I was disappointed because I did everything right but just happy my baby is safe.
Thanks! I am 30. Just found someone I want to spend my life with and do not want to start a family until 32. I was freaking out, and now I feel empowered.
32 isn't advanced maternal age/geriatric age. 35 and older.
Hey I know of a spell caster that can help you manifest children into your womb in less than 2weeks regardless of your age,he helped me my sis and my aunt. He can help you with twins or triplet,he is so powerful.⏯⏯⏭⏭⏭⏭
I'm 41 trying. Pray for me.
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Did it happen?
I struggled in my younger years getting pregnant due to pcos. Worked with an RE lots of medicated cycles, iui’s and a terrible round of ivf. Had several miscarriage and 2 live births age 27 and 30 lost my second baby due to IC. Then by complete surprise I ended up pregnant right after my 39th birthday and had a healthy cerclage baby by surprise vbac. Decided to try for 1 more and got pregnant quickly at age 40. I’m now 41 and 33 weeks with a healthy cerclage baby! My only explanation is my pcos maybe isn’t as severe now that I’m older. No gd, no bp issues besides the IC pretty routine pregnancies thus far.
Fertility is truly dynamic and enigmatic, so happy you have a family!
Wauw! Beautifullll story!
What does cerelage baby mean?
@@wonderfulbeautiful9389 it means my cervix was stitched up in order to prevent it from opening and keeping my baby from being born extreemely preterm.
Congratulations, amazing story!! My mom had her cervix sewn up as well. She still had me early but my sister was 6 weeks early and weighed 3lbs 9oz.
I'm 34, turning 35 this year, and my husband and I are now trying to conceive after I've regained my health from a gastrointestinal disorder. I would have wanted a baby earlier, but it just wasn't possible at the time. Watching videos like this helps to ease my mind about my advanced maternal age. Hoping to have a baby in the next couple of years. Wish me luck!
Hey Everyone! 41, praying for my 4th and first blessing with my partner. We have been trying for a year 🙏🙏
Congratulations to the Mama's and Praying for the rest of US 😇🙏
I’ve always wondered about this term! Thank you for such an in-depth but easy to understand explanation.
Great explanation! I’m 36 and currently 25 weeks pregnant with baby #3. My last kid was born 15 years ago.
Congrats!!!
Congratulations!
OMG!!! I'm 35 and my last was 14yrs ago. 🤗
@@hellotrudy2342 similar situation for me. I'm 35 and my son is 16 yrs old. Starting all the way over 😂
@@mahogany86 Congratulations 🎉 🤗🙏🏾💖 yes, I said the same thing. Starting over and it's exciting!!!
I appreciate your positive message and breaking it down in a consumable manner. ♥️
Hey I know of a spell caster that can help you manifest children into your womb in less than 2weeks regardless of your age,he helped me my sis and my aunt. He can help you with twins or triplet,he is so powerful.⏭⏭⏯⏯⏯⏭⏭
This gives me hope. I am 38 (will be 39 in July of this year) and am getting married next month. We plan to start TTC right away. I would like to have my first child before the age of 40. Thank you for this video!
Omg same!!! 38 we got married a yr ago and started trying 3 mths ago. Am so stressed though I want this so bad I am overthinking my agw
Good luck 🍀 💗
Any luck yet? ❤️
I’m 38 turning 39 in November and just found out I’m pregnant with twins naturally
@@erica6147 They'll need it!
Thanks for the video. We had our 5th child when my wife was 38.....she came home one day after a regular checkup laughing because she saw in her records that it was noted "advanced maternal age". But the truth be told I think we wound up being a little better parents to this last child. You learn not to sweat the small stuff, and what you worried about at 25 with a new baby we now knew to save the worry for the bigger issues that surely come later on. And most important, medically, it was my wife's easiest and healthiest pregnancy.
Yes, definitely interested in genetic screening video!
So great! Very empowering, with specific data, and healthy mindset at the end especially.
The statistics were interesting information, but I really feel like the end was the message that I most needed. Thank you for this video.
Pregnant,9 weeks at 40,We have a 21 & 14 yr old😃 I'm worried about miscarriage and try not to think about it Both scans have been good so far.
How did it go?
I'm 35 now with my first pregnancy. I am 9 weeks and terrified right now. It wasn't planned but I definitely would not want to do this any older then I am. I feel younger than 35 so it's a little crazy to think my eggs may not be good enough. I hope I am in the 75% who don't miscarry. I hope nothing is wrong. I have never been so scared of anything in my life. I just want everything to turn out okay
40 with baby 2. Had my first at 35. All good.
Had my first at 35 and my second at 36! Just keep healthy and look after your body 🙂
20 weeks today and still going good
@@saramarshall2957 You go girl! Congratulations and I am wishing you a beautiful, healthy and happy pregnancy ahead! Take care. You got this❤️
@@myas-3995 thank you. I am now 23 weeks and so far so good. I can't really help the anxiety I feel all the time and the worry. Her genetic test came back all low risk. Spina bifida came back low risk too but until she is here and I see her I think I will always be scared. And when she is here I will be scared in a different way lol
There are people commenting about second or third childbirth after 35. Perhaps the complication is for the first pregnancy after 35. Is there any research or study about this specific first pregnancy after 35+?
Glad that this is the first video on this topic I watched! Thank you.
I had my first son at 26, second son at 32, and now expecting my third at 39 (will be 40 when I give birth). Excited for a third! Definitely have to be more conscious about my health now!
Thank you for this encouraging message.
36 and just found out I'll be a mom again at 37. My poor husband will be 45! 😆
How did everything go?
i'm so glad i found this channel! i am ttc and this is all very helpful. thank you dr marta!
Glad it was helpful!
Helpful and compassionate, as always ❤️
Love the topic and yes please do a video on the testing!
You got it!
I agree, I'm interested. Thank you❤😊
I’m 38 and this was my first attempt at TTC. I got pregnant the first month after I took out my IUD. Normal pregnancy thus far (despite some annoying miscalls with genetic screening that later ruled out all conditions, sigh). I’m 25 weeks and me and the baby boy are doing well! Just wanted to share because my doctors were MUCH less concerned than I was about my age. I think society puts us “older gal” into an tizzy about it but it’s been happening since the dawn of time. I DID see a reproductive endocrinologist 5 years ago because we knew we wanted to wait a bit longer and I’d suggest doing that to check on egg health and whatnot.
Update: I had the most perfect baby boy and he’s just about 8 month old and a total doll. Labor went fine 😊
Thank you for you’re video. I’ve been TTC since 37, I’m now 40 and have had two MC. It all makes so much sense. I’m still hopeful. I do wish I knew then what I know now. I would not have delayed ttc for all those years. Thank you for spreading awareness. ❤️
So glad you found it helpful and I'm rooting for you!
I right with you hun 💕🌸 40 years old 4 MC but we are still trying
Look into MTHFR. You need folate not folic acid. Maybe this will help?
You are wonderful. Thank you.
Such a great video 👍🏽
YES I've been waiting! Thank you Dr. Perez. The term geriatric pregnancy makes me cringe. More pooch cameos in future videos please
Lucy will definitely make more appearances! She's the best.
Love this! I’d also love to see a video on ttc / pregnancy for people with autoimmune conditions. I have Lupus and have been told by some I’ll be high risk.
I have lupus as well. I'm high risk because of my fevers and inflammation
Yes! I’d love a pregnancy with autoimmune conditions video.
I'll add this topic to the list!
I have lupus as well. My doctor told me it’s best to get pregnant once your disease has been well under control for about 6 months. It has taken me years to get this point. My lupus has been pretty stable for the past year now. I do still get occasional joint pain and I still deal with fatigue due to not sleeping well but I’m doing quite well. I’m 39 going on 40 in December. My doctor has said I’m at a great place health wise if we want to ttc. I have always wanted to be a mom but I’ll admit I’m scared. Scared about my health and age. I will need to stop one of my medications to get pregnant. I will need to be off it about 2 months before ttc and off during the entire pregnancy if we get pregnant. On top of lupus I have a lung condition and heart condition (both minor and mild) but with both I take meds that will need to be switched to something different that is safe for pregnancy. So it’s a lot of medication changes that make me nervous. I also worry about if I flare after birth. How my health could affect our child on top of my age. If we have a baby at 40 we will be 60 when our child is 20! Will I make it to that age with lupus? Or what if my health gets to the point I can’t work and we aren’t able to financially support our child? Currently I have only been able to manage part time work as a nanny which means we can only afford our 2 bedroom basement apartment right now. I’m currently training for a new career that I can have my own business working from home which has the potential to bring in more than I am currently making but what if it’s still not enough for us to move to a bigger place? So many things to consider and things I feel we have to figure out soon with my age.
I'm almost 35 and I still don't have a little one. Hopefully I get blessed soon. Pray for me. 🙏
Thank you for the great video.
Thank you so much for this
So informative! Thank you for this. I am in my 20's and nowhere near ready to have children, and I'm planning to wait until at least 30 to start a family. I guess it really comes down to the individual and their risk factors, because my sister in law is 28 and ttc with no luck, but another family member got pregnant at 42 with no complications. Lifestyle is probably a big contributor as well.
Glad you found it helpful!
Ttc varies for everyone. I got pregnant naturally in three months at age 28 because I know how to properly track ovulation. Not every woman is educated on this.
Thank you for this video
Me and my bf got pregnant instantly. First try
My first pregnancy, im 37, will be 38. Im 8 weeks now, pray for us ❤❤
Sending prayers and best wishes ❤❤
@@sukhk4097 thank-you! We're a bit over 18 weeks now!
I think the stress of finding the right partner is a huge cause for women waiting longer
Yes
Absolutely
Discerning women (especially those over thirty) are looking for an older guy who's a good prospect in terms of physical fitness and a solid career. That rules out an awful lotta fellahs!
Discerning men with such attributes know this and that knowledge affects the choices they make regarding female partners. That rules out an awful lotta women!
Very true
Some study has actually shown that the pelvis of women in teir 20's widens an then starts to "shrink" angain. I don't know if that has anything to do with the increased caesarean section rate of older women or not. The miscarriage rate is worrisome, though, as some often experience this loss as very traumatic. Knowing it is harder to get pregnant at advanded age make it so much harder. But, I agree that one should have children when feeling really ready for them, and if that occurs later in life - so be it.
Please do genetic testing!!
What is the data around older sperm as well? I feel like this is not part of the conversation enough. It’s not just on the aging mother’s body but the aging dad too!
Watching this 8 months later, am asking the same question.
I only see women saving/freezing their eggs, if I were those women I would not fertilize it with old sperm. It would have to be the same age sperm at the time of freezing or from a younger donor 😅
I always knew I wanted to be a mother, I had baby names pick since I was a teen. However, I was having a hard time finding the right person to have it with. I’m from a single mother household and I did not wanted that for my kids. I got lucky and found a great person to be my company in life, but we found each other late in life and now we’re trying to catch up with the rest of the people our age.
I am interested in genetics screening videos and what the NST covers. I just had my first at 37 years old vaginally and she is healthy.
I'm 38 and never been pregnant. I believe I've had PCOS and fallopian scarring from a STI. I am overweight so they always tell me to lose weight first but I have done that and still nothing. I'm so discouraged and I'm hoping my new OB/GYN will listen to me.
Thanks
Glad you ended it on a positive. For those of use who’s life hasn’t gone to ‘plan’ but want to bring a child into a stable loving home need to know that it’s possible and that there is a ray of hope. Fertility is so unpredictable, and many in their 20’s also struggle, the message needs to be a bit more balanced In general I feel. Good to be aware of the risks, but they shouldn’t paint a picture of doom.
True. My friend started trying as 25, this was 9 years ago. She has given up. Sometimes age has nothing to do with it
I’m 36 and am pregnant with my first child , am in my first trimester
Thanks as I'm approaching age 34 I've been stressed the last couple of years thinking that biological clock is about to end and I'm not going to be able to have a easy healthy successful pregnancy not only once but even if I want two or three kids and makes me feel assured like you were saying at the end of your video that all the stability and things that you want for your life are important to have in mind before having a child and the studies only focus on biological factors and not everything else involved and there's still really high rates of having successful healthy pregnancies between age 34 and 40 😊
Yea but years fly quick. Not to be negative
I’m 28 and I’m already freakin out
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I looking to have my second child and I'm 36 I agree with being financially stable is ideal but also have the opportunity to witness my grandmother enjoy generations of blessing by starting young..I just realized she was 39 when O was born and she had the energy to keep all her grandkids during the summer and really help my mom..granite my grandma and granddad grew up poor with five kids they were able to get the blessing of seeing their grandchildren have children.
Thanks for the video, Dr. Marta! Would someone 35+ be at greater risk of preeclampsia (again...had with just first at age 30)? Also, is there a part 2 preeclampsia video that I missed? I greatly enjoyed the first. Thanks for the great info!
Part 2 will be up hopefully by this Friday!
I am 46 years old pregnant women and my OB doctor strongly recommends me to be induced at 38 weeks due to a high stillbirth risk at age 40+. Based on my research, I found that it is best to be induced at 39 weeks as baby's vital organs such as lungs, brains, liver, etc are still developing on the last weeks of pregnancy. I am frustrated and not sure should I listen my OB doctor advice to be induced at 38 weeks or wait until full 39 weeks. Please advise.
All 4 of my babies were born naturally before 37 weeks and other than a short issue with jaundice they were very healthy. If you haven’t delivered yet good luck!
@marco van Basten How did things go with your delivery?
Doctors arent smarter than mother nature
I’m 41 and pregnant with my second child my first child is 14 years old 🤦🏽♀️
41 and just got a positive test. My daughters are 16 & 17 so totally feel you!
People who have ovaries?
I’ll find another video to watch.
Right? So off-putting
I’m 33 due next week doing just fine ! Lol my eggs still dropping and god gave me my baby growing healthy in my belly like I’m 20 again sooooo don’t see why it’s such a big deal. Will I have more no bc this world is full of sick rude people and now two daughters to protect. I know it’s hard sometimes I been through e topic at 31 and this is my miracle baby but it’ll happen with patience. No stress bc then just makes the wait longer
I’m 36 and pregnant, this is my 6th pregnancy but will be my only one that passes 12 weeks. Although I’m so excited, I’m worried about being an “old mum” when baby is 18 I will be 54 /55 which is a bit worrying. I was wondering how many other women out there have had the same worries and how many who are good with being a mum later in life
I’m 37 and got pregnant and miscarriage within 2 months. This is my first pregnancy and my husband is 45 and we are ready now to start our family.
I got pregnant on first try.
I am afraid of another miscarriage and time of having to trying to conceive.
I’m afraid that we are too late to start our family and if we do succeed we would be classified as “older parents”.
But this child will be so wanted and loved. We did what we wanted to do and travel where we wanted. I feel that young parents will have energy but older parents will have wisdom.
We eat quite healthy, work our daily and have regular checks. This is the best we can do to make sure that we are here to see our child into the future.
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Practice self care, exercise, eat healthy and it will be all good.😊
I’m 35 and want to have children, but the same thought enters my mind. So many concerns at this point. I don’t want to be an old mom. I worry about my stamina and the toll this would take on my body at this age, as well as statistics regarding miscarriages and birth defects . And if I want multiple children, my time is really becoming quite limited. My age has really crept up on me and its like my 20s vanished without a trace
You should be fine I had my dd at age 33 so not much difference
Hi - I am in awe of ladies who can have babies in their 40s and even at all as I had so much trouble when younger having a baby. I had three early miscarriages at around age 28, a baby with potters syndrome son who did live six weeks age 31 and then have placenta accreta which ended up in an emergency hysterectomy with our daughter aged 33. Any idea why these problems would happen? It cant be just bad luck. nb I had thyroid cancer two years later and dd had severe eczema that needed bandaging from head to toe and lots of care/creaming etc and asthma and nut allergy so dont know if connected. She also is more double jointed than average. I am freckley
What are your thoughts on recommending induction at 39/40 weeks for someone over the age of 35 when there are no other risk factors?
Such an informative video. We’ve been trying for the last 2-3months. I have hypothyroidism which is being treated with Levothyroxine and I’m 38. I want this so bad I have been obsessing over it. Do we need to try at least six months before we see a specialist?
Any update?
It’s very sad that you can’t say “Women”. “Persons with eggs” and “a persons whole fertility”.
When the medical “experts” start changing terms for 99% of their patients (the actual women getting pregnant) in order to seem relevant or whatever, you lose your medical credibility.
Im 35 and trying to get pregnant with my husband with our 1st. Im here because tonight Im having a lot of worries about it.
Did you end up pregnant?
People thinking "Geriatric Pregnancy" is better called "Advanced maternal age" are part of the problem. The term "Geriatric" in itself is not a bad thing unless someone thinks biological aging is a "bad thing". Geriatric Pregnancy does not mean you cannot have a healthy child. It just means you are at more of a risk of miscarriage or still birth, High blood pressure, Low birthweight, Premature birth and Chromosome disorders such as Down Syndrome than those under the age of 35. Statistics don't have feelings. Educating our youth about our biology is our best foot forward. Give them all of the info straight up so that they can make the best decisions for themselves down the line! For those having conception related issues that prevent or make it difficult to conceive I empathize with you and wish you the best luck. Life can be unfortunate but we change nothing by changing terms to sound more appealing when the same underlying biological preset is still present.
I am forty-one and pregnant with my fifth child.
How come no one talks about decline of sperm quality with age?
Is there an age where you would recommend seeking care from a high-risk OB/GYN vs. a regular OB or midwife? Do you need a referral?
It depends! Check with the way your practice operates. Being a certain age in itself may not warrant a consult, though some general OB practices may refer for one visit. Other practice environments may co-manage with high risk doctors, especially if there are other issues to manage.
I'm 40. 12 weeks preg. This is my second. My first child is about to turn 21.
Wow, I'm also 40 and 11 weeks pregnant and my first child is about to be 23 years old. Not going to lie I am a little scared, specially when people start talking about high risk and how baby could have some health problems. Try to ignore all of it. But we are very happy and thankful for this little miracle!
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@@aliciaramos8875 don't let all the concern freak you out. I had my baby on 9-14. She's beautiful and healthy! Get plenty of rest and take care momma! Remember you know your body better than anyone else. All the best to you.
What are the odds of having Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy again if you've had it three times before and trying again more than a decade later?
I had ICP with my three kids and we're trying again. I wasn't able to keep my liver enzyme numbers at a healthy point with my first two kids but managed to get them down with my third child to a borderline level to be considered a low risk pregnancy. But I was 28 years old when I was successful at keeping my numbers low. Now I'm trying for a baby at 40 years old and I'm wondering how much success I can have at my age. I'm already trying to minimize fat content (this was critical to improving the results on my liver enzyme tests when I was younger) but I'm worried. It was incredibly difficult at 28 and I'm worried it's going to be too hard to pull off again. It's not like I was fat or unhealthy and that didn't seem to go very far to help me.
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Geriatric pregnancy is so incredibly rude I was 22,23, 35&37 when I was pregnant and delivered our 5 babies 😅
I am 34 and currently approaching cycle 6 of trying to get pregnant naturally. I am very interesting in learning more about the first trimester screenings available. Also, would it be appropriate for me to look at other options (clomid, IUI etc) if this 6th month is also unsuccessful? Thank you for all that you do!
The technical cutoff for definitions of infertility is 12 cycles of regular, ovulatory cycles and frequent intercourse for those < 35 and 6 months for > 35, that being said, as an OB-GYN I start looking into the causes of infertility and beginning a diagnostic workup at 6 months if the patient requests it. I would do a diagnostic workup before advising any specific therapy though, finding out the cause can then guide the treatment.
I used natural supplements raspberry leaf tea and vitex fruit. Pregnant at 35 & again at 40. Good luck.
I got pregnant at 34, delivered at 35. Came across pregnant younger women in their 20s with either obesity, gestational diabetes or high blood pressure. And i know about 3young moms who had kids with down syndrome. . My mom had my brother at age 39 so to me age was never an issue, in my country its pretty common to see women giving birth in their late 30s or 40s. Only when i moved to the US I noticed it was seen like an issue, complication or something "strange". I could be wrong but at least in the city i live women start their families in their 20s so maybe an older mom is uncommon. I had to deal with dr offices misunderstanding my DOB or an ultrasound tech asking me if i got pregnant with my own eggs😂 anyway being a mom, when and how is a personal choice. Dont let anybody tell you otherwhise...
I’m 38, turning 39 in December. I lost a baby at 4 months 8 years ago with a girl and my current bf and I lost one in March… I have bad anxiety and stress levels…
I’m so afraid I’ll never be a mommy… my luck I won’t get the chance..
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God bless u, try again..u will definitely b the best mommy!
Good morning, I am turning 46 in six weeks and i just found out I am pregnant after 4 miscarriages and 1 mis-missed carriage at 8 weeks (13 weeks when baby aborted my body). I am concerned about my age but very concerned because on Jan 27th I had a scheduled mammogram. That morning, just as precaution, I took a pregnacy test which was so negative. My period was soon due and on Feb 5th I was 3days late so I decided to take another pregnancy test just to make sure. I was not expecting on getting a positive which I did. How concerned should I be about the fact that I had a mammogram on the 27th of Jan???
How’s it going
@@brendabenitez7359 Good morning.. from when I wrote this comment I miscarried. Five weeks later I got pregnant and again unfortunately I am currently miscarrying. I know my age is in my odds but I want a baby... I will try until I cant try anymore. Praying for my miracle baby🙏🏼 .
@@LaMorritaRebecca Try improving your egg quality. Follow Fertility from the soul. She is a psychologist Dr Natalie Mason who had a baby at 46 naturally by improving her egg quality. She shares how she did it. It might help. Good luck and I’m sorry. I’ve had 3 last year and it’s devastating.
@@LaMorritaRebecca I am so sorry this makes me so so sad I will keep you in my prayers😢😢😢
I'm 46 myself and trying to get pregnant. Just curious are you taking certain supplements and or on a cetain diet?
When you screen a pregnancy for an older mom, is it possible to treat the baby or is it mostly for the mom to decide (if there are defects) to abort? If it's the latter, the mom can opt out of special screenings , right?
I am 38 and pregnant with my first. They asked me if I wanted a lot of genetic tests and amniocentesis to find out any defects with the baby. I said no....and declined. You can say no to any test or procedure.
I will be 40 when I deliver 😬 My ob recommends induction by your due date and doesn't want me to go over due, as the risk of stillbirth increases. Its my understanding that it is a small increase in risk. Is this standard practice in an uncomplicated AMA pregnancy? Trying to decide if i should seek a second opinion. Obviously want to be safe but would love to avoid being induced if at all possible.
If you want a second opinion then get one. 😉
I will have both educational videos about induction a VLOG about my own choice for induction in the next 2 months on this channel. You can ALWAYS get a second opinion. I would agree with your doctor though, the increased risk of stillbirth at advancing gestational age is even higher with advanced maternal age and therefore we're seeing a stronger recommendation for induction in this population to prevent stillbirth. I think when you watch my educational videos you might find your reasons for avoiding an induction may change a bit, I find there's TONS of misinformation out there about inductions so I can't wait to share evidenced based info on it!
@@tamikam.murray8844 just wanted a professionals opinion as to whether or not it was standard.
@@dr.martaperez Thanks! I went 5 days overdue with my first at 36 with no struggle from my then ob. That was 3 years ago so don't know if she was just very laid back or if the recommendation has changed/gotten stronger.
I am 36 and my Husband and I are thinking about having our 1st child.
I'm 39 years old, 30 weeks pregnant. It's been a hard pregnancy but my sweet ladies you can do it! Just alot more tests and a possible early birth. If I'm pushing through so can you. 💜💜💜
@@denisehowick8697 Thank you so much! praying for you!!!
@@denisehowick8697 Thank you for giving me hope! I am 37 and I never thought about having children until I was in a really good relationship. Please let us know about your pregnancy. God bless you
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I hit 31 weeks tomorrow, it's been a painful pregnancy but so worth it, I have a scan on Friday to see where my placenta is, it might be laying low but that can happen in any pregnancy. Other then that just relaxing alot and drinking a ton a water.
Girl if I can do it so can you! I hope your man treats you amazing! 💜💜💜
I'm 38 and we will be starting to try soon. Wish me luck!!
I just had a dream that I am giving birth lmao.
I'm 27 and still doing my pre-med course and still planning on pursuing medicine so in my calculations I will be able to finish my schooling at the age of 32 and will proceed my residency at 33.
After that dream I messaged my boyfriend if I can still bear a child in those age since I don't want to get pregnant while schooling-I rather have it after the 4 years in med school and idc if i'm get pregnant while doing my residency lol and I'm just worried if I can still get pregnant. And then this video popped up on my recommendation and this helped me at ease lmao
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This is the demographic dilemma for all Westernised, educated, industrialised, rich and democratic (WEIRD) societies. Not enough babies to sustain the population.
pregnancy over 35 - "geriatric"? that's so funny (and wrong) 😂 😂 😂
i was actually expecting a video about medical mysteries of pregnancies in women over 70 y.o. 😂
36 ttc for baby #3
It’s hard to feel good and confident when we had MC at 9wks at 37 y/o. Had 2 surgeries in one week. I exercise, eat well, other than high factor viii managed by Lovenox and asprin, I healthy and it’s difficult to make decision to try this all again…for a possibility of a baby with no guarantee
exercise means nothing you donkey. its your age. Women should NOT be waiting so long to have a kid.
Lol I was hospitalized for my mono-amniotic twins who required I patient monitoring. I was one of the only women who could move around because I was not in danger of preterm labour. I heard screaming from my room I went out and a resident had referred to an angry pregnant lady as geriatric. The women was in for an induction and was told that even though she was geriatric she would be fine 🤣🤣🤣 She was big round and overdue but the resident survived her wrath.
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Had two planned pregnancies at 41 and 42, both ended at 10 weeks. After second I had genetic test: heavy chromosomal abnormalities. By the way I became pregnant at first try both times. I accept my age and that my eggs are too old already, so I will not try any more. As my dr said, almost 80% of eggs after 40 are not normal any more.
I was 29 when I had my daughter. I’m hoping for myself not to have anymore children because I have a heart condition and pregnancy was hard on me.
Is the miscarriage rate the same over 40 with a donor egg?
No. The miscarriage is related to damaged eggs.