Best age for pregnancy according to doctor; know likely complications if women conceive post 35 - Dr. Asmita Dongare
There are many factors that affect pregnancy other than age such as – medical condition of mother, financial status, availability of time, and more. It is recommended to seek support from a doctor/gynecologist to understand one’s health condition and other factors before taking the decision. For all women, especially those who are career-oriented and new mothers, pregnancy can be a beautiful yet difficult and confusing time. The society is keen to provide suggestions on the best age and the practices of pregnancy, but it is best to understand these aspects based on the woman’s own unique health factors. The fertility rate in India has been declining by approximately 1% each year since the last decade due to lifestyle changes and other factors. Currently, women are recorded to be the most fertile in their late twenties, which is 25- 29 years of age. Fertility isn’t affected much until 35 years, after which complications in conceiving start to occur and may need help from fertility specialists. Some of the ways in which age after 35 years starts to affect pregnancy are: 1. Gestational diabetes (GDM): When the body is unable to produce an adequate amount of insulin during pregnancy, it can lead to gestational diabetes. Other than age, factors like obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, and a history of diabetes in the family