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Worried for Older mum to be

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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 11:17
I know several woman who had their first in their mid-40s. Especially in the UK, they'll have the extra attention due to their age and added risk...
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 09:21
keep in mind that women have always been having babies at this age, in the context of larger families. Risks go up, but they are still really low. Its ok to let yourself get excited!
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 19:22
A lot of woman have babies at this age. As long as she goes for all the pregnancy check ups any concerns can be addressed asap. There are also a number of tests offered to pregnant women which she can have if she wants to.
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 11:03
I had 2 great pregnancies first at 41 2nd at 43. She will be well looked after being a first time older mum . Dont worry just be happy for her. edited by Clairehdp on 11/06/2011 <em>edited by Clairehdp on 11/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 10:28
A friend of mine had a baby at 39, and then twins at 41, all perfectly healthy! I've known others having babies around that age as well, and all have had healthy babies. So don't worry, your sister should be fine too :)
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 09:27
My sister had a perfectly normal pregnancy and first baby at 43, stop worrying!
 
 

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