Concept of the scope of childbearing for the elderly
With the development of society and the improvement of economic level, more and more women choose to postpone pregnancy, which leads to the phenomenon of elder childbearing. Elderly childbearing generally refers to the pregnancy and childbirth of women over 35 years old, and some people limit it to 40 years old or above. The scope of elder childbearing can be considered from many aspects such as physiology, psychology and society.
In terms of physiology, female fertility gradually decreases with age. The quality and quantity of female eggs will decrease with age, and the risk of chromosomal aberration and genetic disease of eggs will also increase. In addition, the risk of pregnancy complications of elderly women is relatively high, such as pre eclampsia, gestational diabetes, etc.
In terms of psychology, older women may face more psychological pressure and anxiety, because they may face more pressure from social concepts and moral standards. Older women may be worried that their children will suffer discrimination or loneliness, as well as their physical condition and ability.
The medical definition of the range of elderly childbearing
According to the view of the medical profession, pregnancy of women over 35 years old belongs to the elderly childbearing. This definition is mainly based on the gradual decline of female fertility in physiology. Many hospitals regard the age of 35 as the dividing line of elderly childbearing, and women over this age belong to the scope of elderly childbearing.
However, in recent years, with the continuous progress of science and technology, many hospitals and doctors believe that 40 years old or older is the real oldest child. After the age of 40, the fertility of women has significantly declined, the quality and quantity of eggs have further decreased, and the risk of chromosome aberration and genetic diseases has also greatly increased.
Different hospitals and doctors may have different definitions of the scope of elderly childbearing, but generally speaking, women over 35 or 40 years old who are pregnant can be called elderly childbearing.
The social concept of the scope of childbirth for the elderly
At the social level, the scope of elder childbearing can involve various social concepts. For some developed countries, it has become normal for women to become pregnant and have children over the age of 35, and has received extensive social support and attention. The medical technology in these countries is relatively advanced, and the society is open to the elderly childbearing.
However, in some countries or regions with conservative traditional concepts, women who are pregnant and give birth at the age of 35 or above may suffer more moral and social pressure, even discrimination. Such ideas and pressures may limit the reproductive choices of elderly women, making them feel confused and anxious when deciding whether to give birth at an advanced age.
The risk and choice of the elderly childbearing range
The risks brought by the elderly birth cannot be ignored. The risk of pregnancy for women over 35 years old mainly involves physiological aspects, such as the increased risk of fetal chromosome aberration and pregnancy complications. In addition, older women may face greater difficulties in postpartum recovery, as well as more physical discomfort and maladjustment.
However, despite the risks, some women still choose to give birth at an advanced age. They may have their own personal reasons, perhaps due to work, economic and other considerations. For elderly women, it is important to fully understand the risks and consequences related to elderly childbearing under the guidance of doctors, and conduct a comprehensive physical examination and assessment.
To sum up, the scope of elder childbearing can be considered from many aspects such as physiology, psychology, society and medicine. Pregnancy of women over 35 years old or 40 years old can be referred to as elder childbearing. However, the risks and pressures brought about by elderly childbearing need to be taken seriously. Women should make decisions that meet their own conditions on the basis of fully understanding the relevant information.
