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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Well, I'll say this. Being fifty-EIGHT when you become an empty nester (...optimistically.), not to mention raising teenagers in your mid to late 50s, is too old. Your peers will all be becoming grandparents by that point! You'll be exhausted and checked out, and it's not fair to your child either.[/quote]

Whatever, I had nobody to take care of for my entire 20s and 30s...I really don't care if I'm "old" when I become an empty nester, I've travelled a ton, had a blast...its fine.  Also, staying healthy goes a long way.  My child will be fine, as will OP's if she has another one.  [/quote]

I don't understand the old mom vs. young mom drama.  There are definite benefits to having kids younger, however, there are also many benefits to having kids older.  It does not have to be a competition among moms.  I did not marry until 36, had my first child at 40 and second at 41.  I feel great, I love being a mom, I would not change a thing.  I lived my life to the fullest when I was in my 20's and 30's, but I love this new era in my life.  Don't allow anyone on an anonymous message board tell you that you are too old and give you "medical facts".  Talk to your doctor, talk to your husband and make the best decision for your family.  [/quote]

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