If you had a baby in your mid/late 30's, how long did it take to conceive?

[PringlesForBreakfast]

Hi,

So DP and I are considering this, but I'm really concerned that it will drain us emotionally, as so many people I know and know of seem to really struggle to conceive past their early 30's and it seems to take over their lives.

I'm lucky that I already have a dc from a previous relationship, but that was almost 15 years ago in my early 20's. I did have my fertility checked about 13 months ago and all was very good, but at my age, things can decline very quickly, so don't know how accurate that is. Also concerned about abnormalities past 35. I'll be 37 next year.

Anyway, don't want to ramble, was just looking for your experiences 🙂

TIA

First time i conceived it was the only time we'd not used a condom. I was 38.

Thank you @PurplePansy05.

I'm trying to dig out my old results from almost exactly a year ago, but can't seem to find them. Think it was 20... ish (was that AMH?...🤔) with a slightly higher than average number of follicles, but can't remember exact numbers.

Should I repeat the tests, given it's been a year?

@PringlesForBreakfast No worries. Tbh, I would say whatever is going to make you feel better. A year really may not have changed much, or anything. But if you'd rather be reassured and for instance get some treatment before you start TTC then why not. Your comfort is very important. Otherwise, look after yourself mentally and physically, take folic acid & vit D in advance. The thing is sometimes even the best test results won't guarantee a success as I've learned BUT this is true for all of us, women of all ages. There's always some risk or misfortune that is part and parcel of trying for a baby, but you really can be absolutely fine and even if things go wrong, you can try again and again if you wish. My only advice is do what you feel is right ❤

one year at 33