Is 38 too old to have a baby?

Jhoanna - posted on 07/22/2010

No, if you are still capable of having a 3rd baby...meaning if it is still healthy for you to have one and if you think you are financially stable even when you reach your 60 it's okay...go and have a 3rd baby!

Patricia - posted on 07/22/2010

Hell no. I had my youngest son when I was 40. Just go by how you feel. Just follow your heart.

Lisa - posted on 07/22/2010

dont be silly go for it! if your capable and can cope then why no, doesnt mean your childs going to loose out its gaining on an experienced person not a schooly!

LaToya - posted on 07/22/2010

I don't think you are too old. I'm 36 and I would love to have another child. i have one.

Suzanne - posted on 07/22/2010

age has nothing to do with it. my husbands parents were in there 40s when he came along and they were wonderful energetic loving parents. your own body will give you the awnswer

Lisa - posted on 07/22/2010

Hope this is of some help. my Mum had me at 47 she got caught on the change. from the childs point of veiw my Mum had tons more patience and time for me. Yes she was 67 when I ws 20 but we were best friends. My Mum died when I was 35 she got to see her grandchildren. I feel age does not matter it is how you are as a parent that counts. As long as you are fit and able it is fine. .

Linda - posted on 07/21/2010

I had my first baby at 34, 2nd at 37 and just had my 3rd at age 40. Age is just a number honey. GTake care of your body and your mind and you will live a long and healthy life. Don't think of the number. You don't want to wonder later "what if". Live your life! It's the only one you get.

Vicki - posted on 07/21/2010

God will lead u, just pray and let him lead the way. I by no means think ur too old though. I'm turning 33 sat and plan on having another child after I lose the weight I need to so i'll be healthy and able to "run circles" around our baby lol. Good luck to u and God bless u and ur family!

Judy - posted on 07/21/2010

My mom was 43 when I was born. (I was the youngest of 4 and she married late.) I have six children and I was 40 when my youngest was born. There are trade-offs. I am a high-energy person, but my energy and flexibility aren't quite what they used to be; however, the years bring more confident and capable experience to the table. I think my younger ones are benefitting from my experience. As to my having elderly parents: my parents are currently 89 and 91 years old. My mom is stilling going strong and Dad is slowing down quite a bit. They were awesome parents even though they didn't expend super amounts of energy into my days. They were rock solid and there for me -- and I knew it. I believe that is the most important thing. Hope my experiences help.

Shawn - posted on 07/21/2010

Hi Katrina.. It is a decision that should be consideed from all angle with your husband. It is important to consider possibility of birth defects as our eggs mature. Our daughter was born on my 43rd birthday 10 years ago. I'm so happy we went for it but definately had long conversations about it before hand....Shawn

Eileen - posted on 07/21/2010

I had my first at 35, and my second at 40. It's rough physically, but mentally it is better. I have a friend who had one at 43 and another at 44. Both of those children are fine and in college, now. Late births are not uncommon. Since you have older children, they can help you a bit. If you, your husband, and your doctor agree, it should be fine. BTW, before my first was born, two doctors said I was already too old!

Lenise - posted on 07/21/2010

No it is not! At 37 your established, patient and more caring because your focus is and will be your children. I wish more children were born to older women...cause these kids born to younger women are the worst.

Andrea - posted on 07/21/2010

Well, I am 36 and 19 weeks pregnant and this is baby #2 for me. I have a 7 year old autistic son. I was starting to think I was too old to have any more children also since it took me 3 years to conceive this one. I am hoping to add 2 more after this one and be done by the time I'm 42 :)

Karen - posted on 07/21/2010

Oh my! I am 38 as well and never for a second did I think maybe I was too old to have another...LOL! I have 6 children and had #6 a month before I turned 35...at 35 they consider that "advanced maternal age" but so many people now a days are in their 40's and just starting their family! I dont think 38 is too old at all....and the thought has crossed my mind to have another one as well except my last 3 were c-section so I have different concerns due to scar tissue. But I would say Go for It :)

Chika, Kate - posted on 07/21/2010

I DONT THINK SO BECOS I AM ABOUT GOING IN FOR BABY NO 4

Ann-Marie - posted on 07/21/2010

I am so glad I waited and had a career and my 20`s were spent developing an amazing career and got to know the "adult me" I had a fun convertable and saved my money up. I was 29,34,and 35 and at 40 feel 20 but with a great perspective on life!Enjoy :-) I am now 40 and fabulous

Janice - posted on 07/21/2010

Hi Katreina I had my youngest when I was 38. I was a bit concerned about being too old. I am now 50 and he is nearly 12. I am able to keep up with him as I exercise with him, not only that I home educate him. I wouldn't be without my son and I am glad I had him. I do have 3 other children and they are all in their twenties. At the end of the day you will be the one bringing the child up and only you can decide how you feel about it. Good luck with what ever you decide.

Alexia - posted on 07/21/2010

My Friend thought the same thing at nearly 40..I asked her if she would regret it later...she said yes!!! She now has a gorgeous little girl and is very very happy she did it!!

Suzanne - posted on 07/21/2010

All I can say is b ready. I hav a 20,18,9, and 21month old. No the last was a great surprise,(wonderful), but surprise. I had her Oct.1,2008 and turned 37 a month later. All I can say is at 21 having was a cupcake compared to the energy I don"t have at least 4 out of 7 days. But shes wonderful!!!

Rebecca - posted on 07/21/2010

Just had a friend from high school have her 1st baby at 38. She couldn't be happier. I had my final child at 35. When he is about 10 I will do foster care. If your Dr says its ok physically and you can handle it then you should do what feels best for you.

Jody - posted on 07/20/2010

My mom was 38 when she had me. The only time I think I didn't like it was when I was in high school and all my friends parents were young and mine were old. But what teenager isn't embarrassed by their parents in one way or another. I think if you want to do it then do it, it's up to you and if you think you're up for it, then go for it! Good luck.

Helen - posted on 07/20/2010

I had my second at 38 and third at 41. I feel tired some days but love them to bits....

Tammy - posted on 07/20/2010

Go for it. You are only as old as you make yourself. If you are healthy enough to have a baby and can love and support that child for the rest of your life than you are not old. I have my first child when I was 40 years old. She was the greatest gift from God I ever received.

Lisa - posted on 07/20/2010

No! I say go for it! There are lots of 'older' Moms. Moms on second (or third--yikes) marriages who want to have kids. I say if you want to have another, why not? As long as you are committed to the diapers, teething, sleeplessness, why not? Age is just a number. Kids are a blessing and a true joy.

Anaelisa - posted on 07/20/2010

I think it all has to do with how you feel. Talk to your OB first and make sure you are healthy enough to have a baby. Good luck. I wish you the best!

Liz - posted on 07/20/2010

I was 38 when I had my first (and only) child. I think there are concerns at whatever age you have a child. My daughter is now 8. Do I tire out faster than the younger moms? Yes. But there are some great things about being an older parent. I have more perspective and calmness than I did when I was in my 20's and early 30's. My parents were both older when I was born and I loved that they had so much history. So... I say, if you're healthy, and your doctor has no concerns, and you want another - go for it.

Jennifer - posted on 07/19/2010

NO !!! I had one at 21,23,33 and 38.The last two were my easiest pregnancies. Don't think about how old you'll be when..think about how wonderful it will be now

Nancy - posted on 07/19/2010

NEVER!! I am 38 and have an 17 year old a 6 year old a 5 year old and a 2 year old. I would do it again in aheart beat. I am healther then I was when I had my first baby. Listen to your body it knows.

Cheryl - posted on 07/18/2010

I once thought so but after just having my 3rd at age 42...I changed my mind! Wonderful experience but tiring...but what Mom isn't always tired??

Sylvia - posted on 07/17/2010

Well, considering I'm 36, have recently done two failed IVF cycles, and am still hoping to have a second baby ... I say go for it :)

My MIL had her last baby (my DH) at 41 -- her 3 older kids were 22, 20, and 11. My grandmother had her last baby (my aunt) when she was 41 and had a 12-year-old and a 10-year-old. My sister had her 2 bio kids at 35 and 39, when my oldest niece (adopted from foster care) was 14 and 18 respectively. Needless to say, I'm glad none of them decided they were too old to have another baby!

Kirsty - posted on 07/17/2010

hey darl
im only 23 and have 3 kids of my own i dont think there is a problem for you to have another child at 32 you seem to be a caring mother and have time for kids if you want another child go for it congrats if you do decide to have another child

Debbie - posted on 07/17/2010

I had my one and only at 38. If your healthy then go for it. Its your choice if you can handle it. Now at 43 theres no way I could do it again, but Id LOVE to! :)

Angie - posted on 07/17/2010

I had my first at 19, second at 23 and then adopted a new born at 43. I can see now at my age the things I missed when I had my first 2. In some way's I wish I would have waited until I was older but then again I am happy I had them at a young age. I love all 3 of my kids very much...You should do what you feel you can handle and if having another one now is what you think you make you happy then go for it. You know us mama's are nothing but LOVE for all our babies......

Flo - posted on 07/17/2010

It depends on your health and life style. I am 29 and my mom is 78 and let me tell you I think it is wrong that she adopted me... Now I spend lots of time in a hospital. But you are the only one who knows how active you are and how well you take care of yourself.

Lisa - posted on 07/17/2010

You, and only you, can make that decision. If you want another baby, I say go for it. My sister is 36, and is due in 5 weeks, with a healthy baby girl!

Betty - posted on 07/17/2010

you the only one that knows if you can handle it so go 4 it..iam 39 and i had a baby boy on march 12 of this yr. i wanted two kids and now i got them and i cant be any happier..

Lisa - posted on 07/16/2010

My cousin was 40 when she had her first baby, then had #2 almost exactly a year later. I have a friend that started her family at 31, she was almost 40 when she had her last (#4) I think if it's really what you want go for it.
FWIW my cousin's hubby is 10 years older than her too, so when her sons are 20 he will be 70!

Tiffany - posted on 07/15/2010

no u go 4 it...life is 2 short 2 stop and debate about everything.God doesnt allow what he doesnt want and babies r always wanted

Brenda - posted on 07/15/2010

No, You really want one and you know you can care for him/her then go for it!

Melanie - posted on 07/15/2010

No, you are not too old. I'm 33 and won't be having any more, but if I wanted to at 38 I would totally go for it. Have that baby if you want!

Sherri - posted on 07/15/2010

No you are not to old. I am considering baby #4 and I am also 38, had #3 when I was 34.

Carla - posted on 07/15/2010

Sweetie, your own body should tell you. Are you healthy? Is your body in good physical condition? Do you have any conditions that could be aggrevated by pregnancy?

My mother had her last three at 33,34 and 35. My daughters both had their children in their mid 30s. Pregnancy may be okay, but are you going to be able to run, jump and play with them? How about the all night teething?

I understand where you're coming from, I went through a similar thing at your age, well, a little older. I had had my tubes tied, but was missing periods. Dr informed me that the procedure was NOT fool-proof. We went from stunned to excited in the space of about 20 minutes. When the test came back negative, we were disappointed!

Think long and hard about this, taking the children you already have into consideration. Who's going to be watching them while you got your head in the toilet or sleeping 20 hours a day?

I sound like I'm on the other side of the issue, but I just want you to go into this with both eyes wide open! If you think you are up to it--God bless your efforts!

Ilene - posted on 07/15/2010

I had my one and only son at 37. I'm 43 now and while I sometimes fret that maybe I should have had two...at 43 I am too old.

Katherine - posted on 02/05/2011

no i dont think 38 it too old to have a baby. my older sis was 37 when she had another child.

Its your life, live it.

Mindy - posted on 08/02/2010

No way 38 is not too old to have a baby if you want one then go for it we all worry too much about the biological clock i say if you feel like you can you should

Robin - posted on 08/02/2010

I had my one and only at 39. I can do everything my younger friends can do with their children. I love being an "older" mom. My child is the joy of my life. If you feel you are able, go for it, you're not too old to have a baby.

Jackie - posted on 08/02/2010

i have just had my third daughter at 44, i had my first two at 36 and 38. i feel that as long as they are loved and cared for and you are in good health then go for it, you're not too old to have a baby.... and enjoy, jackie

Melanie - posted on 07/28/2010

im 36 and just had number 4 in nov. shes 8 months now. besides my gramma had my uncle at 44. my cousin had her 3rd at 41 her sister had her 7th at 39. so i say you're absolutely not too old to have a baby. if you want to have another baby go right ahead. im enjoying this one just as much as the ones born at 19 25 and 27. shes a blast.

Bonnie - posted on 07/28/2010

No your fine, not too old to have a baby, just go for it!! I have 3 girls and I'm 29 years old lol

Julie - posted on 07/28/2010

i tagged above but i will say it again!!! that is ridiculous. 38 is not too old to have a baby. i had my son at that age and am now 47 and he is such a joy in my life and keeps me feelin young!!! GO FOR IT!!! (i also have a 20 year old son)