I am 34 and1/2 is it irresponsible for me to try to get pregnant again?

My husband and I have no children and I lost a baby earlier this year. I worry that I'm to old and trying at my age would result in a disabled child. I feel terrible for feeling this way since I believe all children are precious. Any good advice would be appreciated.

Answers:
I am so sorry about the loss of your baby. No, you are not too old at all, nearly all my patients are in their 30's and beyond. Generally, older parents have the advantage of really having their lives together and being comfortable financially.

I hope that if you suffer from recurring miscarriages or unexplained fetal loss, you get some testing done, perhaps see a reproductive endocrinologist or a fertility specialist. The good news is you are able to get pregnant, many women aren't. I don't know how many children you plan to have but you still have a reasonable period of time by anyone's standards.

If you are worried about disabled children, you can get an amniocentesis and LII ultrasound which will pinpoint many problems. Even if you don't plan to terminate a pregnancy, it's good to know these things ahead of time so you can learn about whatever it is, research and prepare. However, odds are your child will be healthy.

34 1/2 is not too old to be a mother. Talk this over with your OBGYN or Practitioner as well as your husband. Best of luck!

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