The risk of parents having children at an advanced age
With the development of society and the change of people's consciousness, more and more couples choose to postpone childbearing. However, the elderly childbearing of parents also brings some risks and problems. This article will elaborate from four aspects: physiological risk, child development problems, psychological pressure and medical problems.
Physiological risk
The physiological risks brought by the parents' elderly childbearing are the most direct and significant. Female eggs and male sperm will gradually degenerate with age, thus increasing the risk of chromosomal abnormalities. For example, women have an increased risk of developing Down syndrome after the age of 35. In addition, the increasing age of women will also increase the risk of complications during pregnancy, such as hypertension, diabetes, etc.
In addition, the age of men will also affect the health of children. Research shows that the father's too old is related to the increased risk of autism and mental disorder of children.
In order to reduce physiological risks, couples can consult their doctors in advance to understand various risks and make relevant examinations. In addition, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet are also important factors to reduce risks.
Child development problems
The elderly childbearing of parents also brings about the development problems of children. Due to the growth of age, the physical function of parents will decline, which may lead to growth retardation, premature delivery, low birth weight and other problems of children. In addition, children may face a higher risk of delayed intellectual and cognitive development.
In order to reduce the risk of children's development problems, couples can start taking pre pregnancy vitamins before pregnancy, consult a doctor in advance, and maintain good living habits.
Psychological pressure
Parents who give birth at an advanced age are often accompanied by high psychological pressure. Couples may face more anxiety and tension because they are worried about their physical condition and the health of their children. In addition, parents may feel remorse for their age or be troubled by others' doubts and judgments.
In order to reduce psychological pressure, couples need to support and understand each other. They can seek the help of professional psychological consultants to communicate and support with other families who have experienced similar situations.
Medical problems
The elderly birth of parents also brought some medical problems. As women grow older, they may need more assisted reproductive technologies to achieve pregnancy, such as in vitro fertilization. This may increase medical costs and the risk of complications during treatment.
In order to solve medical problems, couples can choose to find experienced doctors and regular hospitals for consultation and treatment. They can also learn about different medical options, weigh the pros and cons, and make decisions that are suitable for them.
To sum up, there are certain risks for parents to give birth at an advanced age. Physiological risks include increased chromosomal abnormalities and pregnancy complications. Child development problems involve growth retardation and delayed intellectual development. Psychological pressure mainly comes from anxiety and self blame. Medical problems involve assisted reproductive technology and treatment costs. However, by consulting doctors in advance, taking reasonable health care measures, preparing psychologically and choosing appropriate medical institutions, couples can reduce these risks and achieve healthy elderly childbearing.
