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1rabbit14 · 11/04/2021 16:00

Hi, this has been an issue for the last few years, since my last baby. But now I've turned 40years old and just cant decide if I want to try for another baby.
I most definitely want another one, but I have one child with autism, and that worries me..incase I die in pregnancy or labour related issues.
I know that's extreme but its holding me back. My sister had a blot clot when pregnant so as far as I'm aware I could be prone to them too big I never got one with my other pregnancies.
Basically, I'm wondering if Its too risky at 40 to get pregnant safely and how the hell can I stop worrying about dying !! My boys are super close to me especially the child with autism. My dad died in his 60s so if I had another would gav be selfish to them if I died young..sorry for the boring post just cant make up my mind and feel its becoming to late now that I'm 40.Confused

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VixFromThe6ix · 11/04/2021 18:28

I don't think it's too risky. Yes, there are more risks but today more and more women have babies over 40. I'm 37 and trying for baby #1. I surely want 2-3 which means I'll likely be pregnant in my 40s :)
Also, can you test for blood clot susceptibility? I read somewhere that you can so you will know if you're high risk.
I say, do your fertility blood tests and ultrasounds and if you produce enough follicles and have no issues from the tests, go for it!!!

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