Apr 18, 2024 - News
More Ohio babies being born to moms in their 30s
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Almost 50% of babies in Ohio were born to mothers aged 30 or older last year, according to provisional CDC data.
Why it matters: 35 has transformed from the start of what physicians once called "geriatric pregnancies" to potentially a maternal-age sweet spot.
- Meanwhile, the number of teenage pregnancies has plummeted to 4%.
The intrigue: Pregnancy risks do increase with age. But the effects are much more pronounced after age 40, compared to 35.
- On the other hand, some research suggests that being 35+ and pregnant could lead to better brainpower after menopause and a smaller gender wage gap.
Go deeper: Pregnancy at age 35 can have benefits