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To ask those of you who had a baby at 40+

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mistyrains · 23/03/2020 12:35

To share any experiences, tips, advice, help?

I’m hoping I’m pregnant, still have to wait a while to test.

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IndieTara · 23/03/2020 12:44

Yes don't work until the day before your induction!
Accept all offers of help
Don't think you have to buy everything brand new
Have a storage system in each room for nappies, wipes etc so everything is to hand

Liverbird77 · 23/03/2020 13:41

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Sallycinammonbangsthedruminthe · 23/03/2020 14:08

I was 41 when I had my daughter by c section 8 years ago. I can honestly say its been a joy. I have no other advice except to say enjoy and cherish every moment. I had my first child at 19 and was so busy career building and well everything you do as you start out on independant life that I missed so much, 21 years later I had my daughter and its been amazing.Although I some days lack in energy I find I have more patience,time,money,and desire to be the best mother I can be.Wishing you the very best and hope you have your happiest days ever to come.

TheVanguardSix · 23/03/2020 14:13

I had my last at 42. Total breeze of a pregnancy and what an amazing little boy he is! He’s going on 6 now.
I would never have one later than 42-43, tbh. We age rapidly in our 40s and it IS a different decade than our 30s. What I’m saying is, I wouldn’t plan on having babies into your mid 40s.
That would be my only advice. Get having babies done in your early 40s. Good luck to you! Flowers

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