Curious

[ShadowDJ77]

Hi All, I am 37 and a half and just found out I am pregnant with my 2nd child.  My girl is 16 years old. I wasn't prepared for this as I hadn't planned on having any more children. I would like to have my mind put at ease as I am really worried about this baby. I know plenty of women are having babies later in life but I am still scared that I am too old and there will be something wrong with the baby. Would love to hear from anyone who may be feeling the same or have had good news

[jlkmom]

If you're really concerned skip all the tests and just do the cell free DNA test. All they do is draw your blood and its more accurate than amniocentesis or CVS or any other test and no risks to you or the baby! 37 is still young so don't worry.

[azulita35]

I am 35 and 36 weeks this is my 3rd one i have a 16 and 13. I am happy to have a baby again I think it does not matter how old are you when i have my first two kids i was always worried that something maybe wrong untill i hold them in my arms same with rhis one it is just a natural feeling for moms :-)

[bonitagirl747]

You should be okay :) im 36 and due on the 29th. Everythi g looks great so far! I turned down genetic testing, we tried fir a long time and will love our baby regardless.

[ShadowDJ77]

Thanks Everyone,  i feel a bit better now. I have my first Dr's appointment today, probably a bit early but I wanted to get checked out asap. Fingers and everything else crossed all it good news

[Isthatyoubob]

We tend to worry that we'll never get pregnant then worry there's something wrong with our babies then worry that they're going to be premature... In reality none of these things are really in our control and letting those fears go isn't easy but rationalising them may be helpful.  
I had my screening and knew my husband did not feel up to coping with a baby with medical problems /disabilities. We found out later baby does have a few problems (kidney issues) but now he is the one saying we'll cope and all will be fine.
We are higher risk for pregnancy problems in this age group but the vast majority are fine.  This is my 5th pregnancy (rest miscarried) and I am finally relaxing & enjoying it at 34 weeks as I know baby likely to survive now.
I read and hear younger women being excited from their first pregnancy test with not a worry in the world and I think how nice that would be.  But then there are many positives about being an older mum both for you and for your offspring!
I hope all goes well for you and baby. Most likely thing is that it will do :-)

[isaknhenrysmama]

I am 37 and 23 weeks tomorrow with baby #3.  I had my first at 33. You are not too old. Be happy. Do what the Dr tells you to do and skip the amino if suggested. The chances of miscarriage are too great for me at least. If they want to do the genetic testing it is done from weeks 10 to 13 all they do is draw blood. You will also know the sex of baby. Just know that there are a lot of false positives with that test. You and baby I am sure will do great. Again be happy.

[jellis32010]

I'm almost 35 and my daughter just turned 16 a few days ago and I'm 31 weeks pregnant. I think it great. Good luck mama

[Bykku]

You should stop worrying. You're still young and it helps that you already had a baby before. Your body remembers that experience. I'm 38 and just found out I'm pregnant :) It's through ivf and I'm very hopefull but so worried...
But just to give you a real life example. My friend who's my age had a beautiful baby boy 2 years ago and is heavily pregnant again. She's a perfect example of how ladies over 35 are perfectly capable of having perfectly healthy baby :) All the best xx

[brimorais]

I'm 38, had a baby last year, a healthy handsome boy. It was already unexpected as my daughter was 18. Got pregnant again and just had twin boys. Also very healthy. You'll be fine! :)

[TLWright1379]

35 an 8 weeks today. We are very excited but that anxiety sits and makes you worry. This is my second child, my first is 14. Just try and reduce your stress, an don't think you are crazy cause I think most of us in our mid to last 30's an over all have the same concerns. : )

[Dragonwings]

I'm 36 & 8 weeks, and have a 19 year old son. I'm starting over too. I'm nervous, but for different reasons. I'm sick all day everyday and worried that something is wrong with the pregnancy. I miscarried back in June/July and fear it will happen again. My first OB appointment is Thursday. I'm trying to be calm but it's hard. Nevermind me. Congratulations and I wish you a smooth pregnancy.

[Peachy1584]

I am 37 and 20 weeks. I have an 18,16,13. I did ivf for this baby and know all about the worries of something bring wrong. There are lots of tests now to put your mind at ease or to prepare you for any possibilities. Had the harmony testing done at 10 weeks (blood test) checks for downs and other chromosomal abnormalities and also told me we were having a boy. Check with your Dr to get started with all of those. I never even thought about all of that when I was so not sure if it was even available or not :)