What is the impact of elderly childbearing on maternal and infant health?

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The influence of elderly childbearing on maternal and infant health

With the improvement of people's living standards and the change of social concepts, more and more women choose to meet their children in their later years. However, the elderly childbearing has some potential impacts on the health of mothers and infants. This article will elaborate on the impact of elderly childbearing on maternal and infant health from four aspects: reproductive health, pregnancy risks, fetal development and postpartum rehabilitation.

1、 Reproductive health

1. The egg quality of the elderly women who give birth is usually low, and the ovarian function is reduced, which may affect the fertility. Relatively speaking, young women's eggs are of better quality and easy to conceive.

2. The ovarian reserve of elderly women with childbearing is reduced, and the number of eggs is limited, which is easy to lead to premature ovarian failure and early menopause.

3. The risk of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in elderly women who have given birth is increased. This symptom will lead to ovarian dysfunction and affect ovulation.

2、 Pregnancy risk

1. Older pregnant women have a higher risk of gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes may lead to complications such as fetal enlargement and hypoglycemia.

2. Older pregnant women have an increased risk of pregnancy induced hypertension and pre eclampsia. These diseases may lead to premature delivery, placental insufficiency and other complications.

3. Older pregnant women are prone to digestive system discomfort such as vomiting and heartburn during pregnancy, leading to poor diet.

3、 Fetal development

1. Fetuses born to elderly pregnant women have a higher risk of chromosomal abnormalities. For example, children born to pregnant women over the age of 35 are more likely to suffer from Down syndrome.

2. The fetus of elderly pregnant women may have delays or abnormalities in placental function, fetal organ development, etc.

3. Babies born to older pregnant women may have lower birth weight and higher risk of neonatal diseases.

4、 Postpartum rehabilitation

1. Older women may face higher risk of cesarean section during delivery. The recovery period after cesarean section is long, which is prone to infection, wound dehiscence and other complications.

2. The physical function of the elderly puerpera is decreased, and the post natal recovery period is relatively long. Mothers need a longer time to recover their physical strength and strengthen their immunity.

3. Older mothers may encounter more difficulties during lactation, such as decreased or insufficient milk secretion, which will lead to insufficient nutrition for infants.

summary

Older childbearing has a series of potential impacts on the health of mothers and infants. In terms of reproductive health, elderly women who have given birth face the problems of declining egg quality and ovarian function. In terms of pregnancy risk, older pregnant women are prone to complications such as gestational diabetes, pregnancy induced hypertension and pre eclampsia. In terms of fetal development, the fetus born to elderly pregnant women has a higher risk of chromosomal abnormalities. In terms of postpartum rehabilitation, the elderly mothers may face more risks of cesarean section and need a longer recovery period. To sum up, it is necessary to seriously consider and consult with doctors to ensure the health of mothers and babies.