When people reach a certain age, regardless of their own wishes, they will inevitably be urged by others to get married and have children, and goddesses are no exception!
Recently, when Shu Qi attended a watch exhibition, she was asked about having children. When asked about the issue, the goddess Shu Qi said, "It's up to fate. If you have children, it's your luck; if you don't, it's your destiny."
Is it really a matter of fate for older women to have children or not?
No chance of having children after 35? There's still hope!
Many women maintain their youth and beauty like Shu Qi even after the age of 35, but those who become pregnant and give birth after 35 are often referred to as "advanced maternal age mothers".
After age 35, a woman's fertility declines significantly, and the time required to conceive naturally increases. Guidelines indicate that women over 35 who have not conceived after six months of trying should consult an infertility clinic. Furthermore, not only does the success rate of natural pregnancy decrease, but the success rate of pregnancies assisted by assisted reproductive technologies also decreases significantly. It's also important to note that as women enter late reproductive years and approach menopause, ovarian function gradually declines, and in the years leading up to menopause, fertility may have already completely decreased. You may not be old, but your ovaries may not be able to withstand the strain.
However, in recent years, with the improvement of living standards and medical care, the fertility rate after age 30 has increased significantly. Furthermore, assisted reproductive technologies are relatively mature now, such as egg freezing and in vitro fertilization, so having a baby is still very possible.
Want to have children after 40? What should I do?
Older women not only face difficulties in conceiving, but also encounter various pregnancy and postpartum complications.
The SOGC guidelines recommend that women over 40 years of age undergo adequate preconception examinations, including physical examinations, complete blood counts, urinalysis, pelvic examinations, and reproductive system imaging, to ensure their physical condition can support them through the entire pregnancy and delivery process. If necessary, assisted reproductive interventions may be considered.
Pregnant women are already at higher risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and other diseases, and this is especially true for older pregnant women. Therefore, targeted management is necessary during pregnancy and postpartum.
When it comes to having children, Shu Qi generously stated that she'll "leave it to fate." However, once she's actually pregnant, she can no longer "leave it to fate." All older mothers-to-be must be cautious and careful to maintain a healthy pregnancy!
