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Talk about every stage of pregnancy, from early symptoms to preparing for birth.

Anyone conceive fairly easily late 30s?

24 replies

MrBigsCat · 05/12/2023 17:03

I’m 39
ttc 6 months now with 2 chemicals on cycle 3 & 4
posting for a bit of hope it will happen for us in the next few months!!
(By easily I mean within an 18 month period without any intervention)
thank you 🌺

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Busylizzie85 · 05/12/2023 18:13

I am 38 and 26 weeks pregnant with number 2 took us roughly 6 months but 4 months more actively trying and tracking ovulation, I started taking folic acid which may or may not have helped as well.

Hope you get your BFP soon 🤞

MrBigsCat · 05/12/2023 18:17

Same so I started opks on cycle 3 so actively trying for 4 months, 6 months of unprotected sex

that’s great congratulations! Hope all is well for the last few months of your pregnancy

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Sleepsleepsleep123 · 05/12/2023 18:25

I conceived both mine first month at 36 and 38. 6 months isn't so long - try not to worry.

HarryOHayandBettyOBarley · 05/12/2023 18:29

I was 36 and conceived within three months using ovulation sticks. I was older with DC2 and conceived on first attempt.

Don’t lose hope.

CrimpitsareforlifeandnotjustforChristmas · 05/12/2023 18:37

Yes - me! Conceived quickly at 37 and 39. For my second DC I did use ovulation sticks, but that was it, intervention wise Xmas Smile

fulawitt · 05/12/2023 18:41

Almost all my kids after 30, 2 after 40, hang in there. Relax. Just here for encouragement really.

Fizzadora · 05/12/2023 18:43

36 first (and only) time and conceived on first attempt.

hertren · 05/12/2023 18:51

I conceived within 18m at age 37. It took longer than 12 cycles, can't remember exactly how many, and it didn't feel easy at the time! No miscarriages and no fertility treatment, though I tried acupuncture and lots of supplements, temp tracking, ovulation sticks, pressed (I'm not convinced any of those helped, I gave up most of them before I finally did conceive).

WinterNamechange · 05/12/2023 18:51

I was 38.5 when I conceived DC1, and it was our third month of trying. I had been taking pre-natal vitamins and folic acid as well as tracking ovulation for about a year before that though as I knew we would be TTC as soon as I finished my PhD so had a year to get into the best health I could and figure out my cycles. Good luck to you - 6 months is not long to be trying even if you were 10 years younger.

wishing3 · 05/12/2023 18:54

Yes at 38 and around d my 41st birthday. Used ovulation strips to maximise chances. Best of luck!

ThomasinaLivesHere · 05/12/2023 18:56

Conceived about 5 cycles aged 37. Currently 36 weeks and due around my 38th birthday.

soupmaker · 05/12/2023 19:01

Conceived within 6 months of trying at 36, DC1 born when I was 37. Took over 18 months before falling pregnant again, had 2 MC then had DC2 a week before I was 43. We managed it without medical intervention and I feel very lucky. Good luck OP.

flowerchild2000 · 05/12/2023 19:03

I did at 39, had a miscarriage and conceived easily again soon after, had my baby at 40.

SirVixofVixHall · 05/12/2023 19:04

I conceived very easily in my 40s. Baby 1, conceived at 40, third night we tried. Baby 2 conceived at 42, 1st night we tried.

BackOfTheMum5net · 05/12/2023 19:12

I’m 38 and conceived within 6 months of trying (and not always able to take advantage of every month as I worked away)! Now have a 4 month old. I just kept an eye on my cycle using the iPhone’s health app. May or may not be significant that we conceived on holiday while eating and drinking all the wrong things but totally relaxed…

snoopy18 · 05/12/2023 20:05

Just turned 37 in July & fell pregnant with second just before then - first ‘try’! Good luck hang in there

nc321152 · 05/12/2023 20:12

Conceived at 36 and 38, each time it took about 3 months of active trying using ovulation sticks and tracking cycle. I have quite a few friends who had babies at a similar age. Good luck!

WoolyMammoth55 · 05/12/2023 20:13

Hi OP, try not to worry! I conceived DS1 first try at 36 and DS2 in the 2nd month of trying at 40... Both easy pregnancies and super healthy and gorgeous babies!

Wish you all the best.

menopausalmare · 05/12/2023 20:15

I conceived first time at 37 and 39. Keep an eye on your discharge! Go for it 2-3 days before ovulating when your discharge is stretchy 😬

Givemepickles · 05/12/2023 20:44

Yes first month trying at 36. Currently pregnant again at 38 and only tried one month again. No tracking just some sex :)

Good luck!

LindorDoubleChoc · 05/12/2023 20:49

9 cycles at 38, 5 cycles at 40.

MrBigsCat · 05/12/2023 21:22

So inspiring, hope to post my bfp soon!

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CinderRosie · 06/12/2023 09:58

Started TTC around my 37th birthday, got pregnant on the second cycle. Now 20 weeks.

Sa11yCinnamon · 06/12/2023 17:41

One accident, aged 38.
Wishing you lots of luck, OP! x

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