The Psychological Influence of Old Childbearing on Women
Elderly childbearing refers to the pregnancy or delivery of women over 35 years old. Due to the gradual decline of the function of the reproductive system, this kind of childbearing mode faces certain risks and challenges. In addition to the physical adverse effects, the elderly childbearing also has a negative impact on women's mental health.
First of all, for women who marry late and have children late or have never been able to conceive, childbearing has always been a big issue on their minds. When they tried to give birth at an advanced age, they had already accumulated high expectations and placed full hopes on it. However, due to the unfavourable factors of age, the probability of successful pregnancy will gradually decrease, which may make women feel depressed, disappointed and anxious. They may fall into the psychological state of self doubt and self blame, and feel that their bodies are not competent for this role, thus causing great psychological pressure.
Secondly, the elderly childbearing will also bring more anxiety and fear. As women get older, they will face more potential risks and complications, including fetal dysplasia, premature delivery, pregnancy induced hypertension, pregnancy induced diabetes, etc. These problems not only bring physical discomfort and pain to women, but also bring extra burden to their mental health. They may worry about their physical condition, the health of their children, and their future role changes and responsibilities.
Finally, elderly childbearing will also exert some pressure on women's social circle and family relations. In the traditional Chinese concept, women should have children within the marriageable age, and give adequate care and education. However, women who give birth at an advanced age often face doubts and pressure from their relatives and friends, which is considered as a "sequela" of "late marriage and late childbirth". This kind of external pressure will make women feel uneasy and embarrassed, and further have a negative impact on their psychology.
The Physical Impact of the Elderly Birth on Women
The elderly childbearing will bring some adverse effects on women's health, mainly including the following aspects.
First of all, the older the pregnant woman, the higher the fertility risk. Women who become pregnant after the age of 35 are prone to various complications, such as pregnancy induced hypertension, gestational diabetes, which not only burden women's bodies, but also directly affect the health of the fetus.
Secondly, the fertility of older women who have children decreases. The number of female eggs has been determined at birth, and the quality will decline as the age increases. This means that women's chances of successful pregnancy after the age of 35 will gradually decrease. In addition, older women are prone to infertility or habitual abortion, which brings them additional physical and psychological burdens.
Third, the elderly childbearing will also increase the risk of genetic diseases of the fetus. With the increase of age, the risk of chromosomal aberration in women will also increase, especially those over 35 years old. This may increase the probability of the fetus suffering from Down syndrome and other genetic diseases.
Challenges for the elderly childbearing
Older childbearing not only has a negative impact on women's physical and mental health, but also needs to face many challenges.
First of all, more medical resources are needed for elderly childbearing. Women who become pregnant after the age of 35 need more frequent prenatal examinations and higher grade hospital equipment. This will increase the cost of treatment and examination, and require more professional doctors' guidance and care.
Secondly, older childbearing needs more family and social support. Pregnancy and childbirth will bring great physical and psychological challenges to women, and this challenge is especially obvious among older women. Family and society should give them more support and care to help them cope with the discomfort and psychological pressure during pregnancy.
Third, elderly childbearing also requires women to have good health habits. Before planning pregnancy, women should maintain good living habits, quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, pay attention to a balanced diet, and take moderate exercise. This can reduce complications during pregnancy and ensure the health of the child.
summary
For women, elderly childbearing will not only have a negative impact on their physical and mental health, but also face many challenges. Psychological anxiety and pressure may have a long-term impact on women, so it is recommended that women should deeply understand the relevant risks when choosing to give birth at an advanced age, and obtain effective communication and support with their families, doctors and society to ensure their own and children's health.
