Advantages and Disadvantages of Elderly Birth
With the continuous progress of medical technology and the change of social environment, the phenomenon of elderly childbearing is gradually increasing. Elderly childbearing refers to women's pregnancy and childbearing at the age of 35 and above. This phenomenon has both advantages and disadvantages. This article will evaluate the elderly childbearing from four aspects: health risk, family stability, economic pressure and social problems.
1、 Health risks
Older childbearing has certain risks to women's health. After the age of 35, the quality of eggs begins to decline, which is likely to lead to chromosomal abnormalities, thus increasing the risk of fetal congenital defects and genetic diseases. At the same time, the female reproductive system will also produce a series of physiological changes with the growth of age, such as uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, etc. During pregnancy and delivery, older pregnant women may face greater risks of prenatal and postnatal complications, such as pre eclampsia, preterm delivery, etc. Therefore, the elderly childbirth needs closer prenatal and postnatal care to ensure the safety of mother and baby.
However, it is worth noting that not every elderly pregnant woman will face health risks. The progress of modern medical technology enables older pregnant women to accept more comprehensive examination and monitoring, thus reducing the risk. At the same time, maintaining good living habits and eating habits can also effectively reduce health risks.
2、 Family stability
Older childbearing may have a certain impact on family stability. The growth of children needs the care and care of parents, while older parents may not be able to fully meet the needs of children due to physical conditions, energy status and other reasons. In addition, the elderly childbearing will also affect the family's economic situation. With the growth of age, parents may face problems such as retirement and income reduction, and it may be difficult to provide children with better education and living conditions.
However, older parents may also have more experience and wisdom, which can provide a better growth environment for their children. They usually have stronger economic strength and more stable families, and can provide better material and spiritual support for children.
3、 Economic pressure
Older childbearing will increase the family's economic pressure. With the growth of age, parents may have to face economic problems such as entrepreneurial failure and reduced working income. Children's education, medical care and living expenses will become a burden for families. In addition, older parents may have to pay higher medical and long-term care costs.
However, family economic pressure is not only a special problem of the elderly childbearing. Whenever a child is born, it is necessary to consider whether economic conditions permit and how to reasonably plan family expenditure. Older parents may also have more work experience and accumulated wealth, which can reduce economic pressure.
4、 Social issues
Older childbearing will also bring about some social problems. Because the number of elderly children is relatively small, the society may have some prejudice and misunderstanding. In addition, older parents may face different communication problems with their children's parents of the same age because of age differences. Children may face differences and barriers in peer groups.
However, as a pluralistic society, we should respect the choices and rights of each family. Older parents can also solve the communication problems with their children's peers through active social activities and family education, and establish a healthy social network.
Summary
To sum up, there are both advantages and disadvantages of elder childbearing. We need to fully recognize the risks and challenges of childbearing at an advanced age, and at the same time respect the right of individuals to choose. For each family, it is necessary to consider the personal and family situation comprehensively and make rational and responsible decisions.
