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Trying to Conceive after 35
Many women in their 30's and early
40's are trying to conceive for the first time due to many factors
such as careers, economic reasons, difficulty finding the right
partner, etc. The majority of them will go on to have healthy
pregnancies and healthy babies, however, TTC after 35 has it's
risks.
When we are in our mother's womb,
we have all the eggs that we will carry for a lifetime unlike men
who produce new sperm every 72-90 days. The way we take care of
our bodies, environmental exposures, medications, etc. all have an
impact on egg quality. Remember, if you are 35 or over, your eggs
are too. This may make it difficult to conceive and carry a baby
to term.
Women over age 35 have an increased
risk of:
- Fertility problems
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Multiple pregnancy (twins or
more)
- Miscarriage
- Placenta previa, a condition in
which the placenta is in the wrong place and covers the cervix
- Cesarean section
- A baby with a genetic disorder
Because of these increased risks
for women over 35, prenatal care is especially important. Eating
healthy and taking Folic Acid can prevent many birth defects.
If you are over 35 and have been
actively trying to conceive for 6 months or more, it is time to
contact a specialist.
Visit the March
of Dimes website for more on conceiving after 35.
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