• elephantium@lemmy.world
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      3 months ago

      Why does that upset/startle you? Pregnancy at age 35+ is associated with more risks than pregnancy in the 20s.

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      3 months ago

      It is, though—women having children later in life are at higher risk for complications for both themselves and the baby. It also has a higher risk of birth defects.