What risks are worth paying attention to in childbirth at an advanced age?
With the development of society and the progress of economy, more and more women delay childbearing and choose to be pregnant at an advanced age. However, the elderly childbirth will not only bring a series of physical and psychological risks to the mother itself, but also have a negative impact on the health of the fetus. Therefore, it is necessary for us to pay attention to the risks brought about by elder childbearing.
1、 Physical risk
1. Fertility difficulties: With the growth of age, women's ovarian function will gradually decline, and the quality and quantity of eggs will also decline, which will lead to difficulties in pregnancy. The study found that women over 40 have only 10% conception rate per month.
2. Pregnancy complications: Older pregnant women are more likely to have pregnancy complications such as hypertension, diabetes, anemia during pregnancy, which will increase the risk and distress of pregnant women.
3. Delivery risk: During the delivery of elderly pregnant women, due to the aging and declining function of reproductive organs, problems such as prolonged labor and dystocia may occur, which increases the possibility of difficulties in natural delivery. Therefore, many elderly pregnant women choose caesarean section, but this operation will also bring some risks.
2、 Fetal risk
1. Increased risk of chromosomal abnormalities: With the growth of age, the quality of female eggs declines, and the risk of chromosomal abnormalities will also increase. For example, the probability of Down's syndrome in babies born to elderly pregnant women is much higher than that in young pregnant women.
2. Increased risk of organ hypoplasia: The risk of fetal organ development will also increase due to the older mother, which increases the possibility of birth defects, premature delivery, low birth weight and other problems.
3. Increased risk of pregnancy complications: poor physical conditions of elderly pregnant women may lead to increased risk of pregnancy complications such as placental insufficiency and intrauterine growth restriction. These complications will have an important impact on the health of the fetus.
3、 Psychological risk
1. Mental burden is heavier: giving birth at an advanced age may cause more anxiety and tension for women. Worrying about their physical condition and the health of the fetus, these psychological burdens may increase the pressure and anxiety of pregnant women.
2. Increased pressure on childcare: Compared with young mothers, older mothers may face greater pressure on childcare. Due to poor health, elderly mothers may need more energy and physical strength to take care of their children, which is a huge challenge for them.
3. Aging problem: giving birth at an advanced age means that when the child reaches adulthood, the parents are already old and may not be able to provide adequate support and support. This will also have a certain negative impact on the growth and development of children.
4、 Pressure on medical resources
Elderly childbearing is not only risky for individuals, but also creates certain pressure on social medical resources. High risk pregnant women need more examinations and medical services, thus increasing the burden of hospitals. Moreover, the elderly birth may lead to the need for more medical intervention and treatment after the birth of the fetus.
Summary
The risks brought about by elderly childbearing include physical risks, fetal risks, psychological risks and pressure on medical resources. From birth difficulties and delivery risks to chromosome abnormalities and organ hypoplasia risks, old childbirth has brought challenges that cannot be ignored to the health of pregnant women and fetuses. In addition, the elderly childbirth will also bring greater psychological pressure to pregnant women, and at the same time, it will also cause certain pressure on social medical resources. Therefore, age should be taken into account as an important factor when choosing to give birth, and it is recommended to consult a doctor in time to ensure the health of oneself and the fetus. Fertility is an important decision, which needs to be comprehensively evaluated and weighed.
