It is very common for women to think about what the perfect age to conceive is. If we’re speaking in terms of biology, there is a specific age where conceiving is the easiest. However, that age may not be right for average women to have a baby as most would be in the midst of seeking or expanding a career. So the question is, is there really an ideal age for a woman to be a mother?
In Your 20s
According to Women’s Health, women who are in their twenties are most fertile. Attempting to conceive at this age would be easy with the least pregnancy risks. Though it may seem best to have a baby at this age, how many women at this age can actually afford to have a child? Women in their twenties would either be busy trying to complete their studies or are in the process of achieving success.
In Your 30s
A woman’s fertility begins to decline in her thirties. The decline speeds up as you reach 35 years old. The attempt to conceive in your thirties would be less easy and even if it is successful, you will be exposed to the risks of miscarriage and genetic abnormalities. You would most probably also face more complications later in pregnancy or during labour. But then, having a baby at this age would mean you would have enough time to enjoy your youth and to explore your career by now.
In Your 40s
Once you’re in your forties, your fertility is naturally declined by a huge amount. It may be possible to conceive with the help of medical facilities but some risks are inevitable. There may be more complications and higher chances of miscarriages. Despite that, some women who gave birth in their forties are said to have lived a much longer life and that their children eventually turn out to be smarter.
All in all, there really is no ideal age for conception. What really matters is that you feel that it is the right time for yourself and your significant other. The perception of the best age to have a baby can be different for every woman.
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