Is it normal to get really broody around 40?

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My youngest is 13 and a baby is not an option (physically!) but I just keep thinking 'what if'

I've not felt like this for 13 years, I thought maybe it's my body knowing the window of opportunity is almost passed so it's having a last ditch attempt.

I really couldn't be bothered in reality but I keep getting the urge and the reminiscing of my babies. And how nice and small they are.

I would never do it, I'm just a bit baffled where this has come from after all these years!

For me it was, although it was an ongoing thing!

Yes. Very. Your hormones are going "LAST CHANCE SALOON! BABY WINDOW CLOSING! JUST ONE MORE!" Your selfish genes want to replicate themselves, that's all. They don't care if it's practical or sensible or enjoyable.

Yes I’m so broody!! I’ve just turned 40 and have a 14 & 11 year old so it’s not really an option.
We use the withdrawal method and every month I hope for a surprise.
DH will go for a vasectomy soon!!

Yep. Definitely a last hurrah.

Do not give in to it! In five years you will be free. Do nothing to threaten this.

On the plus side, you'll be feeling hot as all get-out. This can be a fun time. A fun, contraception -heavy time.

I'm not 40 yet but my youngest is almost high school age and I'm definitely getting that broody feeling. It's overwhelming at times. I've decided on a dog instead

My DH had the snip 10 years ago so it's not physically an option but I'm feel a bit sad about that for the first time ever!!

"Do nothing to threaten this" made me laugh 😂

Having been on MN for a number of years now I'd say yes, it's why I asked DH to get the snip so it's off the table when we get to that age!

It's true!

Think of it like snakes and ladders. You're really close to the end. Don't step on a snake!

@Otarge haha love that analogy

But the snakes are so small and milky and soft 😂😂😂

Yes absolutely