having a baby after 40

While it is a medical fact that the ideal age to have babies is in your twenties, the modern lifestyle of women today push us more and more to have children at a later stage. 

Many have their second or third kid in their forties, and the number of women that actually have their first baby at this stage is getting higher every year.  This does not mean, as in the old times was believed, that the mother and child are undoubtedly at risk.

If you are in your 40s and pregnant, or thinking about getting pregnant, the best thing to do is to visit your doctor for specialized advice. 

You will need to go through certain tests to make sure you and your baby are healthy throughout the pregnancy and your doctor will need to monitor you closely and on regular basis. Fear nothing, as doctors these days have a lot of experience handling pregnancies like yours.

A few tips to get you ready for the change that will come into your life in the shape of a cute bundle of joy:

• Plan how you will balance out your future work and family life. You can read some tips here. Make sure your eating habits are healthy. Both you and the baby will need that.
• Follow an exercise routine that you can keep during your pregnancy: walking or swimming are great!
• Surround yourself by people who love you and support you.  The last thing you need is to hear negative comments that can make you feel insecure about your decision.
• Keep yourself informed abou the progress of your baby's growth. 
• There is nothing more exciting than learning how much bigger s/he gets week by week.

Enjoy your pregnancy!