The impact of elderly childbearing
With the development of modern medical technology and the change of social concepts, more and more women choose to give birth at an advanced age. However, the elderly childbearing will bring a series of physical and psychological effects.
1. Increased health risks
The reproductive system function of the elderly women declined, and the chance of pregnancy decreased. At the same time, with the increase of age, the risk of pregnancy complications and fetal abnormalities will also increase. For example, older women are more likely to suffer from gestational diabetes, hypertension during pregnancy and premature delivery. In addition, the risk of congenital diseases of children born to older mothers is also higher than that of young mothers.
In addition, the elderly childbearing also has risks to women's own health. Pregnancy and childbirth are a huge burden on women's bodies, especially for older women. They may face higher risk of delivery complications, such as postpartum hemorrhage, uterine rupture, etc. In addition, older women are more likely to have psychological problems such as pregnancy depression and postpartum depression.
Therefore, the health risks brought by the elderly birth cannot be ignored.
2. Increased social and family pressure
Older childbearing may bring pressure and burden to families and society.
First, elderly childbearing may break the family's established life and economic plans. It takes time, money and energy to raise children. Older parents may face greater economic pressure and need to provide more resources and support for their children's education and growth.
Secondly, the public opinion and prejudice of society towards the elderly childbearing may increase the pressure on families. Due to the influence of traditional ideas, some people may hold a negative view on the elderly childbearing, believing that the elderly parents cannot provide enough care and care. This prejudice may lead older parents to face more external pressure and doubt.
3. Education and parenting dilemma
Parents who give birth at an advanced age may face difficulties in education and upbringing.
First, the physical health of elderly parents may not meet the needs of their children. With the growth of age, parents' physical strength and energy will decline, which may affect the care and education of children.
Secondly, parents who give birth at an advanced age may face age differences with their children, resulting in obstacles to parent-child relations. Age differences may lead to difficulties in communication and understanding, deepening the generation gap between parents and children.
How to cope with the challenge of elder childbearing
1. Consultation and inspection in advance
Women who plan to give birth at an advanced age should consult their doctors in advance to understand their health status and pregnancy risks. The doctor will carry out corresponding inspection and evaluation according to individual conditions to ensure the safety of women and fetuses.
2. Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Older women can reduce fertility risks by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Balanced diet, proper exercise, smoking cessation and alcohol restriction all contribute to improving the health of the body.
3. Receive psychological counseling
Counseling with a psychologist or attending relevant psychological counseling courses can help elderly parents reduce psychological stress and anxiety. Reasonable psychological adjustment helps to improve the ability to take care of children and the quality of parent-child relationship.
4. Fully prepare and plan
Parents who give birth at an advanced age should be fully prepared and planned, including economy, housing and education. Discuss with family and community and ensure adequate resources and support.
Summary
The impact of elderly childbearing mainly includes increased health risks, increased social and family pressure, education and parenting difficulties, etc. To meet these challenges, people can consult and check in advance, maintain a healthy lifestyle, receive psychological counseling, and fully prepare and plan. Only in this way can the couples who give birth at an advanced age better welcome the arrival of their children and provide them with a good growth environment and support.
