Over the last few decades, the number of women who delay pregnancy by intention has gone up across the world. In India as well, experts say the number of mid-life pregnancies has increased in recent times with a significant jump among women over the age of 40 years. According to studies, since the average age of mothers is moving away – the shift in the motherhood period can be attributed to the current generation which is more career and education-oriented.
How the delay, according to doctors, leads to various side effects in women’s bodies – most of which are dangerous for their overall health and well-being. What is a late pregnancy and how does it affect the fetus? According to Dr. Sonia Golani, Consultant Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Bhailal Amin General Hospital, a pregnancy is termed as late if it happens after the age of 35 years.
It is when not only does it become difficult to conceive but also carries on full-term pregnancy without issues. Late pregnancy is associated with the following risks: Risk of miscarriages Risk of congenital anomalies Risks of developing diabetes in pregnancy Increased risk of caesarean section Risk of premature birth Risk of having a stillborn child Due to advanced age, you may have difficulty in conceiving due to low AMH levels leading to infertility and increased chances of IVFSerious implications of delayed pregnancy on a woman’s body Dr. Golani says a delayed pregnancy can have various issues with your vitals, a few of which .