Statistics related to elder childbearing
With the progress of modern medical technology and the change of social concepts, more and more women choose to welcome new life in their later years. Elderly childbearing refers to the phenomenon of pregnancy and childbirth of women over 35 years old. Elderly childbearing is not only showing an increasing trend worldwide, but also increasingly common in China. Next, we will introduce the relevant statistical data of elder childbearing from four aspects.
1. Growth of the proportion of older children
The growth of the proportion of older children is a global trend. According to statistical data, the proportion of older children in many European countries is on the rise. For example, the proportion of older children in the UK accounted for only 5% of the total number of children in the 1990s, but it has increased to 25% by 2019. Similar trends have also been confirmed in Germany, France, Italy and other countries.
In China, the number of elderly children is also increasing. According to the data of the Chinese Health Commission, the proportion of elderly pregnant women in China reached 30% in 2018, and showed a rising trend year by year. Among them, the proportion of women aged 40 and over is relatively large. This trend is closely related to the economic development and social change of the country, and the elderly childbearing has become a unique phenomenon in modern society.
There are various reasons that may cause the growth of the proportion of older children, such as women's marriage delay, economic independence, and the improvement of education level. At the same time, advances in medical technology have also made it possible to give birth at an advanced age.
2. Risks and challenges of elderly childbearing
The advantages of elderly childbearing are accompanied by a series of risks and challenges. The fertility of women begins to decline after the age of 35. With the increase of age, the risk of pregnancy complications also increases. For example, hypertension, gestational diabetes, preterm birth and other problems are more common in elderly mothers.
Not only that, but also there are risks to the health of the fetus. Studies have shown that babies born to elderly mothers are more likely to have chromosomal abnormalities, such as Down syndrome. In addition, the elderly also increase the risk of pregnancy complications, such as placental abruption, fetal growth retardation, etc.
In the face of these risks and challenges, older mothers need to pay more attention to their own health status and actively accept prenatal examination and consultation. At the same time, medical institutions also need to provide high-quality maternity services to ensure the safety of elderly mothers and fetuses.
3. Impact and effect of elderly childbearing
The impact and effect of elderly childbearing is not only physiological, but also involves social, economic and psychological aspects. First of all, the elderly childbearing has increased the family's economic burden. Raising children requires a huge amount of time and money investment, which may put more pressure on elderly mothers and their families.
In addition, the children of elderly mothers may face greater family care and education pressure. Due to the older parents, their children may have insufficient physical strength and energy in the process of growing up, and they may not adapt to the educational concept of the new era.
However, the elderly childbearing also has its positive side. For some women who marry late or remarry again, the elderly childbearing is an important way to continue love and realize personal value. At the same time, the experience and growth experience of elderly mothers can provide children with a richer and broader vision and educational resources.
4. Medical support for elderly childbearing
Medical institutions play an important role in the face of the risks and challenges of elderly childbearing. On the one hand, medical institutions can provide comprehensive prenatal examination and guidance for elderly mothers to identify and deal with potential problems as soon as possible. For example, screening the risk of fetal chromosome abnormalities through chromosome testing and other means, and providing corresponding advice and support.
On the other hand, medical institutions should be committed to improving the success rate of elderly childbearing. Through the introduction of modern medical technology and standardized operating procedures, we can provide more safe and effective maternity services for elderly women. For example, in vitro fertilization can be used to assist pregnancy to improve the success rate of pregnancy; In the process of delivery, professional medical teams and equipment should be provided to ensure the safety of elderly mothers and fetuses.
Summary
With the development of modern society and the change of ideas, the elderly childbearing has shown a growing trend in the world. The growth of the proportion of elderly childbearing, the risks and challenges of elderly childbearing, the impact and effects of elderly childbearing and the support of medical institutions are all important aspects that need attention. Understanding and mastering the relevant statistical data of elderly childbearing can provide scientific basis for decision-makers, medical institutions and pregnant women to make better decisions and provide better medical services.
