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Pregnancy in 40s: Risks, Advances, and India's Changing Trends

Pregnancy in 40s: Risks, Advances, and India's Changing Trends

More women are having babies in their 40s, thanks to better medicine like IVF and egg freezing, and changing ideas about when to have kids.

But, having a baby later in life comes with some risks for both mom and baby.

Moms might face higher chances of high blood pressure or diabetes during pregnancy, and babies could be born early or have health problems.

Doctors watch these pregnancies closely.

In India, the trend is shifting, but the best time to have kids is still in your 20s or early 30s.

Planning, talking to doctors, and knowing the risks are essential if you're thinking about having a baby later in life.

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