Advanced Maternal Age
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Advice on Fertility Drugs
K., Even though technically you are AMA (advanced maternal age which is 35 and older) I still think you need to be true to yourself. ...
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- hi, I had to see a fertility specialist also. I did what ever they said. I changed my diet, took meds..whatever. I have recently discovered that certain products i...
- K., I am 46 years old and I am the most happier mom of a 4 year old girl and 21 month old boy, both done through IVF, at first I didn't want to have anything to do ...
- K., Without trying to endorse the use of these drugs, I used them for my two pregnancies, resulting in my two babies...
Do You Really HAVE to Deliver in a Hospital Setting ??
Please do not let the advanced maternal age myth dissuade you from having the birth of your dreams. You can check out the Birth Options Alliance (BOA) yahoo ...
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- Basically you can do whatever you want but you need to think about a few things. 1. You are 40. This puts you at a higher risk during delivery. 2. Complications can ...
- I gave birth at home with an excellent midwife. I too didn't want to be poked and prodded. I wanted to give birth in a peaceful atmosphere without all the intervention...
- You can start with Calling the Midwifery @ depaul Hospital...THey are FABULOUS.....I had my 5th daughter there and it was such a wonderful experience....it's just like...
42 And 1/2 Years Old and Just Found Out I Am Pregnant!
As far as I can tell, most of the increased risks of pregnancy at "advanced maternal age" are related to general declines in health. ...
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- A. congratulations how exciting. I am sure that everyone has you worried saying you should see a Dr right a way and while ideal you will be just fine and so will the ...
- Go right away. Congratulations!!! That's so cool.
- Congratulations! call a local Dr as soon as you can. Most OB's want to see you around 8-12 weeks but maybe sooner with you since you are a little older, but if you f...
Seeking Moms Who Have Had an Amniocentesis
Due to my Advanced Maternal Age (The dreaded AMA), they tried to get me to do the amnio several times. Okay, I didnt do it as when you look at what can be ...
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- L. i had two amniocnetesis with my second child and i was fine and the baby was fine, but it is a personal decision, they are very careful but my sugestion is to pray ...
- I had one and it was because I had had a positive result on some tests. I wanted to know. I wanted to prepare. If you are scared about this, I urge you to take someone...
- It is your right to refuse. I am having one done on Thurs to ensure my baby's lungs are developed before they take him later that day. My mom had one 18 years ago. ...
Would Love to Have Another Baby
are officially considered "Advanced Maternal Age". I would recommend tracking your fertility--check out the book "Taking Charge of Your Fertility". ...
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- I would talk to your OB. There are blood tests that can be done to test your hormone and thyroid levels- sometimes there are simple things that have changed in your b...
- Hi S. ~ I don't think it has so much to do with your age. I'm a first time Mom at 41 and have been married only 1 year. If you're concerned you could get a thorough...
- I also got pregnant at 38. I read every book on fertility to understand exactly how my body worked: fluids, temp, etc. When I understood it all, I knew how to read my ...
Pregnant at 41 Need Advice from Other Older Moms
I was an AMA (Advanced Maternal Age) at 39 so I know the pressure you are .... I got a lot of blather about my "advanced maternal age" (gotta love that ...
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- Hi, I had my first baby at 39 (he was 10-1/2 lbs...no C-section!) and my daughter at 42. I did have amniocentesis with both. We met with a genetics councilor for bo...
- I am shocked that there are any worries when you have had other children! if you BP is high you shoudl be watched for both fo your safty..and down syndrome can be chec...
- Hi A., I am a mom and grandmother, but had my kids young, so this is just a bit of mom-to-mom food for thought.(I'm no doctor, but I had two daughters, and each one ...
Pregnancy After 40
I had my first at 35 and my second at 43. It was the best experience ever. Of course, I choose to go through all of the AMA (Advanced Maternal Age) testing ...
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- Hello I....I had my first child when I was 40 & I am now 45. I never wanted kids until I met my husband. NOW, please take my experience in stride. There is a name for ...
- I had my first child at almost 41 years-old. I am a single, working mom, and I am so glad that I had him. I had no problems during the pregnancy, a long labor - but no...
- Had my first son at 35, second at 37 and third at 40. All healthy babies and great pregnancies. I say, go for it!
Lacking Energy! Need Advice!
The doctor explained that my "advanced maternal age" was a big factor and we did the routine bloodwork. As it turned out, I was dangerously anemic. ...
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- wow. baby number 4 and no energy, eh? NO WONDER!! lol. if you are used to caffeine a little bit won't hurt you two (or three, considering your track record, lol), and...
- Your body is working very hard on making this baby. You should do what your body tells you and REST. With the amount of children you have, you probably don't notice ...
- At your first prenatal visit, have them check to see if you're anemic. If you are, they will have you take an additional iron pill daily. I know you feel drained, but ...
Seeking Advice on Pregnancy Without Insurance
Jul 21, 2009 ... I know that you mean well, but because of her advanced maternal age, I would not recommend a midwife. I, too, am advanced maternal age and ...
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- there is a program called maternity card. I read about it in Pregnancy magazine. It is a discount plan specifically for those who don't have maternity coverage and/or ...
- I had my second child without insurance due to my husband's change of jobs. There was a lapse in insurance and I just happened to get pregnant during that time. We w...
- midwives are a God send. I think your on the right track with this.
Older Moms Trying to Conceive
It had nothing to do with my "advanced maternal age" as it said in my file. Anybody can have complications at any age as well as having a healthy pregnancy ...
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- Ask God if it is His will for you to bear another child. If it is, make it happen. If it is not, ask for peace and direction. You may be obsessing about it to the poin...
- Hey there. In my honest opinion, I say go for it. I know women who have gotten pregnant at 45 or older. Yeah there may be more risks but you can also be more cautio...
- I work with great Nutritional Food Supplement products that has helped women get prgnant and go full term with a birth of beautifu babies. You may want to consider gi...
