Risk of childbirth at an advanced age
With the development of society and the improvement of people's living standards, more and more women choose to postpone childbearing in order to pursue career development or stable economic foundation. However, there are certain risks in the elderly childbearing. The following is a detailed description of the risks and countermeasures of elderly childbearing from four aspects: physical health, pregnancy complications, fetal health and post childbirth risks.
good health
With the growth of age, the female reproductive system gradually ages, the ovarian function declines, and the quality and quantity of eggs will also decline. This can lead to difficult ovulation, irregular menstruation and unstable hormone levels. In addition, elderly mothers are often accompanied by some chronic diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes, which will increase the risk of pregnancy and delivery.
Countermeasures:
First of all, it is suggested that the elderly mothers should have a comprehensive physical examination before the planned pregnancy to understand their own physical conditions and take reasonable recuperation under the guidance of doctors. Secondly, a balanced diet and proper exercise are essential to maintain good health. Finally, if there are chronic diseases, you should inform the doctor in advance and accept the doctor's guidance and treatment.
Pregnancy complications
Older women are more likely to have complications during pregnancy, such as pregnancy induced hypertension, gestational diabetes, placental dysfunction, etc. In addition, the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities will also increase, such as Down syndrome.
Countermeasures:
The elderly puerpera need to be checked regularly during pregnancy, including blood pressure, blood sugar and amniocentesis. In addition, taking vitamins during pregnancy and providing adequate nutrition can help reduce the risk of complications. If prenatal diagnosis finds that the fetus is at risk of chromosomal abnormalities, a reasonable choice can be considered, such as termination of pregnancy.
Fetal health
The quality of the eggs of the elderly mothers will decline, and the development of the fetus will also be affected. This may lead to premature delivery, fetal growth retardation and low birth weight. At the same time, the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities will also increase.
Countermeasures:
The elderly puerpera can have regular ultrasonic examination during pregnancy, as well as other special examination items, such as amniocentesis and prenatal gene screening, to find and deal with fetal health problems as soon as possible. In addition, keeping good living habits, such as not drinking, smoking and avoiding exposure to toxic substances, can also reduce the potential risk of the fetus.
Postnatal risk
The recovery time and physical condition of the elderly parturients after childbirth are relatively poor. They are more prone to puerperal infection, bleeding and breast problems. At the same time, older mothers may also face more challenges in the process of child growth, such as lack of energy, balance between child rearing and their own health.
Countermeasures:
Older women need adequate rest and nutrition to help their bodies recover as soon as possible. In addition, communication and support with spouses, family members and friends are also important. During the post pregnancy period, mothers can seek professional guidance or join activities such as post natal rehabilitation classes to learn childcare knowledge and skills.
summary
There are certain risks in elderly childbearing, including physical health problems, complications during pregnancy, fetal health problems and risks after childbirth. However, these risks can be effectively reduced by taking measures such as regular physical examination, reasonable diet, prenatal examination and diagnosis, and timely seeking professional guidance. The most important thing is that the elderly women should maintain a positive attitude and good living habits, and welcome the arrival of new life with a healthy body and mind.
