Is It Safe To Become Mother After 32

Sat Jan 21, 2023

It is generally agreed upon that a woman should have children before turning 30. Nowadays, pregnancies over 35 are not unusual due to women entering the workforce and contributing to their families' incomes alongside their husbands. We will discuss the dangers of late pregnancy in this post, along with advice on how to have a safe and healthy one.


Risks Of Pregnancy

The majority of medical professionals advise women to have children in their 20s and early 30s because of the higher risks in:

  • a rise in the number of infertility and miscarriage cases
  • birth defects and stillbirths
  • a rise in the number of cases of gestational diabetes
  • increased chance of a C-section
  • pregnancy blood pressure that is high
  • baby down's syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities are more likely to occur

Suggestion For A Healthy Pregnancy

What can you then do? To achieve the greatest potential outcome for your pregnancy, you should check your reproductive health if you are over 32. Here are some pointers for you:

  • Avoid unneeded stress because it can disrupt the equilibrium of your hormones
  • Reduce your intake and stop smoking since healthy mothers have healthy offspring
  • Get frequent exercise and eat well
  • Manage any existing diseases, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Make sure your doctor is aware that you will be trying to get pregnant
  • Consult your physician and undergo a genetic counselling or screening

The Benefits Of Being Mother At Older Age

There are benefits to childbearing at a later age, despite the increased risk of difficulties.

  • You will be more mature and realistic about the prospect of becoming a mother as an older woman
  • You've probably given enough thought to the adjustments that a new baby will make to your life, so you'll be more equipped to handle the difficulties that lie ahead
  • Better parenting requires having control and stability over one's finances. Having a baby is not inexpensive, after all.

Ashutosh Bhardwaj, MBBS, DCH, PGDUS, PGPN
He is a Pediatrician and Neonatologist with passion of teaching on pregnancy diet and nutrition, scientific womb talk trainer, and baby brain development trainer.