Pregnancy over 40

[pickupthismess]

I'm 40 and have two LOs and we have been thinking hard about a third. Decided to go for it and went to speak to my GP tonight.

I have had difficult pregnancies in the past (eclampsia and high blood pressure). But was shocked when GP just told me to totally forget the whole idea of having a third. Said I was at risk, I was too old and that I risked my health and that of new baby. Said they absolutely would not support the idea. I knew they wouldn't be delighted but thought they would say it is possible with monitoring. Am now totally depressed and don't know what to do.

Wondered if there any other pregant mums over 40 and what their thoughts were.

mamaloco what you say makes a lot of sense I know. We are so happy with our lovely boys but I do feel a knawing desire for a third and I can't explain it. I know I will always have a regret for not having a third and I'm really sorry I didn't try and few years ago.

bandanna - thanks for your support

Who cares what your doc thinks? You don't need their permission - go for it!

PS I'm 42 and so far having a completely normal pregnancy. Its due just before my 43rd birthday and I fully intend to try for another asap afterwards.

Hi
I am 43 and 6 weeks pregnant my other 3 are 24 22 21. We have been trying for a few years and many bad times miscarriage failed IVF. Until the clinic told us to give up. Then 1 month on clomid and I am pragnant.Just hope I can hold on to this one. Saying that I feel so sick sometimes I do wonder if I am totally nuts doing this again at my age.

Hello, im a Mum of 46 and have a boy of 11 and my partner and me would love to have another baby, but Im a little concerned about my ages, has anyone had a problems with having children in there late 40s... Would love any advice that could be shared ....