The influence of elderly childbearing on mothers and infants
With the social progress and the continuous development of medical technology, more and more women choose late marriage and late childbirth. However, the impact of elderly childbearing on mothers and infants is a topic of great concern. This article will elaborate from four aspects: pregnancy risk, postpartum rehabilitation, infant development and family support.
Pregnancy risk
Older pregnant women have more risks of pregnancy and childbirth, such as gestational diabetes, pre eclampsia, placental dysfunction, etc. First of all, the physical function of elderly pregnant women is relatively weak, and pregnancy complications are prone to occur. Secondly, as the egg quality decreases, the risk of chromosomal abnormalities will also be higher, leading to an increase in the probability of fetal abnormalities. In addition, the psychological pressure of elderly pregnant women during pregnancy is also high, which may lead to psychological problems such as anxiety and depression.
In a study conducted in a hospital, researchers followed up 300 elderly pregnant women and found that 20% of them had gestational diabetes, 10% had pre eclampsia, and 4% had placental dysfunction. These results indicate that pregnant women who have given birth at an advanced age need to pay more attention to the health problems during pregnancy.
In order to reduce the risk of elderly childbearing, pregnant women should actively accept prenatal examination and pregnancy health care. Regular blood glucose, blood pressure, fetal ultrasound and other examinations during pregnancy should be carried out to detect and deal with possible health problems of elderly pregnant women in a timely manner. At the same time, it is also very important to eat properly, exercise properly and keep a good attitude.
postpartum recovery
The recovery process of elderly mothers after childbirth is relatively slow, and it takes longer to recover their physical functions. First of all, the recovery time of the uterus of the elderly women is relatively long, and it needs more time to recover to the normal state. Secondly, the incidence of postpartum depression in elderly women is high, and they need more psychological support and treatment.
In a survey carried out by a women's and children's hospital, researchers observed 150 elderly women's postpartum rehabilitation, and found that nearly 30% of them had gynecological diseases such as uterine prolapse within 6 months after delivery, and 15% of them had postpartum depression.
In order to promote the postpartum recovery of the elderly puerpera, first of all, it is necessary to strengthen postoperative nursing, carry out regular gynecological examinations, and timely deal with uterine prolapse and other issues. Secondly, family support and care are also very important. Maternity needs the understanding and help of family members. At the same time, psychological counseling and psychotherapy can also help pregnant women alleviate the symptoms of postpartum depression.
Infant development
Older mothers may have some impact on the development of the fetus. First of all, due to the decline in egg quality, babies born to elderly mothers are more likely to have chromosomal abnormalities, such as Down syndrome. Secondly, the fetuses of elderly mothers may suffer from growth retardation, low weight and other problems.
A study conducted by the Maternal and Child Health Care Center of a certain city shows that 3% of the babies born to elderly mothers suffer from Down's syndrome, while only 0.4% of the babies born to 18-35 year old mothers suffer from the disease. In addition, more than 25% of elderly mothers have babies whose birth weight is below the normal range.
In order to ensure the healthy development of the babies born by the elderly mothers, prenatal examination is very important. Fetal ultrasound should be performed regularly during pregnancy to detect and deal with possible abnormalities of the fetus as soon as possible. At the same time, elderly women should maintain good living habits and avoid smoking, drinking and other bad habits.
Family support
Elderly childbearing is also a challenge for families, which need more family support. First of all, family members need more help and care because elderly mothers may have physical difficulties. Secondly, the children of elderly mothers may need to take care of them for a longer time, which brings economic and psychological pressure to the family.
In order to provide better family support for elderly mothers, family members should understand and respect the needs of mothers, and provide help and care. We can communicate and cooperate with the community, medical institutions and other family members to jointly solve the difficulties faced by elderly childbearing. In addition, economic support and security are also very important.
Summary
The elderly childbearing has a significant impact on mothers and infants. The risk of pregnancy is mainly manifested in the increase of complications during pregnancy and the risk of fetal dysplasia. The process of postpartum rehabilitation is relatively slow and requires more time and care. The development of infants may be affected, and they are prone to chromosome abnormalities and growth retardation. Family support plays an important role in the elderly childbearing. Therefore, the support of professional medical teams, the active cooperation of pregnant women, and the support and care of families are crucial for mothers and infants who have given birth at an advanced age.
