Risks and consequences of childbirth at an advanced age
With the social progress and the continuous development of medical technology, more and more women choose to give birth at an advanced age when they are older. However, the elderly birth is accompanied by a series of risks and consequences, which is a challenge for pregnant women and fetuses.
Physiological risk
On the one hand, with the growth of age, women's fertility will gradually decline. The ovarian function of women will gradually decline, and the quality and quantity of eggs will also decrease, resulting in difficulty in pregnancy and increased risk of miscarriage. According to statistics, the pregnancy success rate of women over 35 years old is only 15%, and that of women over 40 years old is down to about 5%. In addition, older pregnant women may also face a higher risk of complications such as gestational diabetes and pregnancy induced hypertension.
On the other hand, older pregnant women are also prone to have fetuses with chromosomal abnormalities. With the increase of age, the chromosome abnormality rate of embryos will increase significantly. Among them, the most common is Down syndrome, which is characterized by mental retardation, abnormal appearance, etc. It is a huge psychological and economic burden for parents and families.
In addition, older pregnant women may also face higher cesarean section rates. As the increase of age leads to the decline of uterine function and the prolongation of labor process, it is difficult for mothers to deliver naturally. Cesarean section is risky and takes a long time to recover, which is a kind of physical and psychological pressure for mothers.
Psychological risk
For women, giving birth at an advanced age may bring psychological pressure and anxiety. For some women, they decide to have children only after they have experienced career development and other career pursuits. However, as they grow older, they may realize the urgency of time and face the decline of fertility, which makes them more anxious and stressed.
In addition, elderly pregnant women may face family and social pressure for various reasons. They may be questioned and criticized by their family and friends, or they may be considered irresponsible or selfish choices. In addition, because of the risk of elderly childbearing, doctors may also raise more concerns and concerns about them, and even suggest termination of pregnancy. These factors will affect the psychology of pregnant women.
In addition, older pregnant women have to cope with more pregnancy discomfort and physical changes in the process of giving birth to children. For example, they are more likely to suffer from physical discomfort symptoms such as pregnancy reaction, chest tightness and shortness of breath, which may bring more trouble and pressure to older pregnant women.
economic consequences
Older childbearing may also bring economic pressure. On the one hand, older pregnant women may need more examinations and screening to ensure the health of the fetus, which will increase medical costs. On the other hand, because older pregnant women may be more likely to have complications, they need more medical resources and attention, leading to further increases in medical costs.
In addition, older pregnant women may face more pressure on children's education after childbirth. For example, the children of elderly pregnant women may still be in primary school or middle school when their parents retire, which will put more financial pressure on their parents. Moreover, elderly parents may need to accompany and take care of their children for a longer time, which will directly affect their work and career development.
social influence
Elderly childbearing may also cause social concern and discussion. Due to the risks and consequences of childbirth at an advanced age, the media and the public may question and criticize these pregnant women. This is a psychological and social pressure for pregnant women and families.
In addition, the elderly childbearing may also cause people to dispute the age limit of childbearing. Some people believe that with the progress of medical technology, women should have greater autonomy to decide the timing of childbirth; Others believe that older childbearing may bring irreversible risks and consequences to pregnant women and fetuses, and corresponding age limits should be set.
In short, while bringing joy and happiness, the elderly childbearing is accompanied by a series of risks and consequences. Women should fully understand these risks and consequences before choosing to give birth at an advanced age, and make wise decisions under the guidance of doctors.
