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[quote=Anonymous]Well that totally depends on you.  Many woman can conceive and have healthy pregnancies at this age, so if you can conceive naturally (or with ART if you go that route) that is one factor.  There's also the daily grind of childrearing as you age, and how you see another younger child fitting into your lifestyle from this point onward.  IMO the latter is the most relevant part of your decision.  I'm 38 and in the third trimester with my second pregnancy, which is turning out to be a bit nicer and less complicated than my first (knock on wood).  I'm getting my tubes tied after this though, and will look forward to concentrating on my health and fitness again after pregnancy/breastfeeding.  I have to take care of myself too, and I personally wouldn't want to deal with pregnancy, sleepless nights and toddler tantrums again in my 40s...but you might feel it's worth it to complete your family.

I also wouldn't be too concerned about the slightly increased health risks for you and the baby, since these are a possibility regardless of maternal age and totally out of your control.  [/quote]

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