It's too late, right?

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TrackDay · 30/12/2024 21:13

I'm 40. DH is 52. Happily married for 15 years, childfree.

Hormones have hit me like a freight train - I want a baby.

It's way, way too late, right? It's just hormones. It'll pass?

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foyc · 30/12/2024 21:21

40 whilst not ideal isn't entirely unusual for a first these days (so I hear at least) if nature allows, though you'll want to familiarise yourself with the risks for awareness, but your DH being 52 is too old IMO.

Overthebow · 30/12/2024 21:21

It may be too late, or it may not be. If you’re serious about wanting a baby get a fertility check done and see where you’re at.

Cosycover · 30/12/2024 21:20

My friend and her husband are the same age as you and yours and they just had a baby. He's bloody awesome and the pregnancy went really smoothly.

LittleRedRidingHoody · 30/12/2024 21:20

Placemarking for the cute newborn photo update next year 😉

I don't think it's too late at all. Would your DH be on board?

SpicyMarge · 30/12/2024 21:19

Does your husband want a baby?

CurlyhairedAssassin · 30/12/2024 21:19

ForZanyAquaViewer · 30/12/2024 21:17

Of course it’s not. Women have babies in their early 40’s all the time. It’s not even particularly unusual. Why do you think it’s too late?

No they don't. People should stop saying these things.

It may not be too late, though, OP. You may need help, you may get pregnant and miscarry. Worth a try if you BOTH want it though.

Hskatkat · 30/12/2024 21:19

My friend conceived naturally at 40, had a slightly rough pregnancy & has a great child (who is an absolute delight!).
Massive life change though! ( Obviously)
Just adding this is her only child

SiobhanSharpe · 30/12/2024 21:19

It's really not too late.

ForZanyAquaViewer · 30/12/2024 21:17

Of course it’s not. Women have babies in their early 40’s all the time. It’s not even particularly unusual. Why do you think it’s too late?

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