Risk of giving birth at the age of 34

With the development of modern society, more and more women choose to delay childbearing, and 34 years old belongs to the late childbearing age group. Although late childbirth provides more freedom and opportunities for modern women, it also brings some potential risks. This article will elaborate on the risks of childbearing at the age of 34 from four aspects: fertility, pregnancy health, prenatal complications and follow-up problems.

Decreased fertility

With the growth of age, women's fertility gradually weakens. The age of 34 is the age when women's physiological fertility begins to decline significantly. At this time, the quality and quantity of female eggs will decrease, leading to increased difficulty in pregnancy. Research shows that the success rate of pregnancy is relatively low for women aged 34 and above, and the risk of abortion rate and pregnancy complications will also increase.

In addition, late childbirth also increases the risk of infertility. The physiological functions of the female body will gradually decline with the increase of age, and ovarian dysfunction may lead to ovulation disorders, resulting in infertility. Therefore, 34 year old women should seek medical advice in time to check their fertility and potential risks during family planning.

In this regard, gynaecological experts from Peking Union Medical College Hospital pointed out that about 30% of women who gave birth at the age of 34 had the risk of fertility disorders. Therefore, it is suggested that women should be psychologically prepared when choosing late childbearing, consult doctors in time and seek professional guidance.

Health risks during pregnancy

With the growth of age, various functions of women's bodies will decline to a certain extent, and these declines may increase the risk of health problems during pregnancy. For example, hypertension, diabetes, hypertension during pregnancy (i.e. pregnancy induced hypertension) and other diseases are relatively high in older pregnant women.

In addition, women aged 34 and over may also face increased probability of chromosomal abnormalities during pregnancy. For example, the older the age, the higher the risk of Down syndrome caused by chromosome abnormalities. These chromosomal abnormalities may lead to abnormal development of the baby, bringing huge psychological and economic pressure to pregnant women and families.

In order to avoid these health risks during pregnancy, it is recommended that women aged 34 and above should have a comprehensive physical examination before planning pregnancy, especially for screening of chronic diseases and chromosomal abnormalities. The obstetric experts of Peking University Third Hospital pointed out that in the process of pre pregnancy avoidance, pre pregnancy screening can be carried out, such as amniocentesis, amniocentesis and other detection methods, as well as auxiliary technical consultation, to improve the probability of successful pregnancy.

Risk of prenatal complications

For 34 year old pregnant women, the risk of prenatal complications is also relatively high. First, with age, the chance of chronic diseases during pregnancy increases, such as gestational diabetes mellitus, gestational hypertension, etc. These chronic diseases will increase the incidence of complications in pregnant women and have a certain impact on the fetus.

Secondly, pregnant women aged 34 and above are more likely to have placental dysfunction. The ability of placental blood flow to support the fetus may decrease with age, which will affect the growth and development of the fetus. Placental dysfunction may lead to fetal dysplasia, too much or too little amniotic fluid and other problems, bringing a series of risks and problems to pregnant women and fetuses.

Therefore, 34 year old mothers need to pay more attention to their own physical changes during pregnancy, and conduct regular prenatal examination and timely management and treatment. The gynecology and obstetrics experts of Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center suggested that 34 year old pregnant women should pay attention to weight control during pregnancy, actively participate in appropriate exercise, strengthen physique, and avoid prenatal complications.

Risk of subsequent problems

In addition to pregnancy and prenatal risks, women who give birth at the age of 34 also need to face a series of follow-up problems. First, late childbirth may increase the risk of genetic diseases in children. As women get older, the quality of their eggs will decline, which may increase the risk of children suffering from genetic defects and other genetic diseases.

Secondly, women who give birth at the age of 34 may face greater pressure on the balance between career and family. This age group is often the stage of stable career development. When deciding to give birth, women need to fully consider how to balance the roles of career and family, as well as baby care.

For these follow-up problems, the obstetrics and gynecology experts of Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center pointed out that women who gave birth at the age of 34 should carry out comprehensive postpartum planning in advance, including adequate rest, reasonable nutrition supplement, active breastfeeding, etc., and establish a good communication and support system with their families and spouses to jointly face the follow-up problems.

Summary

Women who give birth at the age of 34 face various risks. Their fertility declines, their health risks during pregnancy and prenatal period increase, they may encounter various complications, and follow-up problems also need to be faced. Therefore, 34 year old women should consult professional doctors in advance when deciding to give birth, carry out comprehensive physical examination and assessment, formulate reasonable plans, and carry out postpartum planning in advance to ensure the health of themselves and their babies.