The problem of elderly childbearing between husband and wife
With the development of society and the improvement of people's living standards, more and more couples choose to postpone childbearing, which leads to the increase of elderly childbearing. Older childbearing has a certain impact on the health of both husband and wife and children, so special attention should be paid. The following will elaborate on the elderly childbearing of couples from the following aspects.
Physical condition of pregnant women
Pregnant women are the party that couples pay special attention to in their elderly childbearing. With the increase of age, women's ovarian function gradually declines, which may affect pregnancy and embryonic development. In addition, older pregnant women are also at greater risk of gestational diabetes and gestational hypertension. Therefore, before the family planning for the elderly, both husband and wife should have a comprehensive physical examination to understand their physical conditions and ensure that the pregnancy can be passed smoothly.
At the same time, elderly pregnant women also need to pay attention to diet and exercise in daily life. Reasonable diet and proper exercise have an important impact on the health of pregnant women and the development of the fetus. Pregnant women should maintain a balanced diet, avoid overeating, and strengthen the intake of protein, vitamins and minerals. At the same time, proper exercise can improve the physique and resistance of pregnant women, but it is necessary to avoid strenuous exercise and standing for a long time to avoid harm to the fetus.
Fetal health risks
Older childbearing also has certain risks to the health of the fetus. Studies have shown that the fetus of older pregnant women is at a higher risk of chromosomal abnormalities (such as Down syndrome). In addition, the elderly birth is also related to premature delivery, low birth weight and other issues. In order to reduce the risk of the fetus, both husband and wife can consider prenatal screening and prenatal diagnosis, and early detection of fetal abnormalities. Some hospitals, such as Peking Union Medical College Hospital and Ruijin Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, provide relevant prenatal examination services.
In addition, elderly pregnant women also need to strengthen health care during pregnancy and pay attention to avoid infection and trauma. Keeping a good lifestyle and attitude, actively participating in pregnancy and childbirth education, and understanding the precautions during pregnancy will help promote the healthy development of the fetus.
Fertility difficulties and assisted reproductive technology
With the growth of age, the influence on women's body makes pregnancy more difficult. The decline in the number and quality of female eggs may lead to ovulation disorders, habitual abortion and other problems. For elderly couples, if it is difficult to conceive naturally, assisted reproductive technology can be considered.
Assisted reproductive technology, including IVF and IVF, can help couples solve their fertility problems. Through these technologies, women's eggs and men's sperm can be collected, fertilized, and then the fertilized eggs can be transplanted into women's uterus. However, assisted reproductive technology is not 100% successful, and the success rate is age related. Before carrying out assisted reproductive technology, both husband and wife need to accept the evaluation and guidance of doctors to choose appropriate treatment programs.
Mental health and family support
The elderly childbearing of couples is a long process, often accompanied by expectations, anxiety and pressure. In this process, the mental health of both husband and wife is very important. They should actively face problems, maintain a good attitude, and maintain communication with family, friends and doctors. In addition, family support is also very important, which is conducive to both husband and wife to cope with difficulties and pressure together.
To sum up, it is necessary to pay special attention to the physical conditions of pregnant women, the health risks of the fetus, reproductive difficulties and assisted reproductive technology, as well as mental health and family support, etc. Only by fully understanding and dealing with these problems can couples safely give birth at an advanced age.
summary
The elderly childbearing of couples is a problem that needs to be treated with caution. For pregnant women, they need to pay attention to their physical conditions and adopt reasonable diet and exercise habits. For the fetus, prenatal screening and prenatal diagnosis are helpful to detect fetal abnormalities. If natural pregnancy is difficult, assisted reproductive technology can be considered. In addition, the psychological health and family support of both spouses are also very important. Through comprehensive understanding and coping, couples can reduce the risks of elderly childbearing and lay a good foundation for their own and children's health.
