Is 38 too old to have a second child?

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No. My mum's friend has got a second child, one year old, and she's 42.

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no but i think i dont know this is true but when u have a child at like 40 the child has problems.

People do it everyday. The risks are slight .

I am 38 years old and also am considering having a child. With the advances in medicine today, it is generally thought safe for women even in their 40's to bear children.

However, to be absolutely sure this is safe for YOU, you need to consult your doctor.

I think if you can still bump an grind you can still have kids. Untill a doctor physically tell you your body can't handle having a baby then you make yourself the best mother possible. babies are a gift there are people who wish they can have a baby at that age. do your thang girl.

No. My sister had a child when she was 38, and her little child (son) has been great. I've heard of many others having them in their 40s without any problems. On rare cases even in the 50s.

Well my mom is still 33 and she want a 4 child.But I will first try to talk to a doctor befor any thing happens.

for most yes but if you love the child then why not good luck.
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No 38 is not too old, one of my friend's mom had a baby when she was like 48 and my friend was 24 at the time, and the baby was gorgeous and healthy with medical supervision throughout the pregnancy. It was very nice.

Absolutley not!

No. But you should be asking your doctor this question as personal health information will give you your true answer.

As to the age difference between you and your child, ask yourself if you will have enough energy to raise this child. You will be nearly 50 when the child goes into puberty, a time when the mental aspects of child rearing goes into over drive.

Good luck in what ever you decide.

Only your Dr can answer this one. My friend has 7 kids the last she had at 47. The first at 37. If you are healthy and can afford it, it is never too late.

I would think long and hard about it. It might just be a wild hair..
I think you should be sure and also that it depends on the age of your other child and the thoughts of your spouse/boyfriend.

is it good for the child? You will be 58 when its 20 and 42 when it goes to kindergarten. you better get pregnate tonight. it will be ok if you really love it for aobut 20 years. but if your going to hate it becasue your tired all the time and its messing up your life. stick with the condom.

No its not my mom was 38 when she had me and i feel i benifited from her been older i she was better prepared to raise me.she was more settled. i feel older parents raise very respectful children.

u can do it easily.but u should have phisical ability and also mentally becoz u will look after that child.and finally its 60% depend on ur husband opinion.

Going through the pregnancy and having the baby is the easy part. I had my second child at 27, and I certainly feel too old. lol I think it somewhat depends on how old the first child is. Having two or more in diapers is tough regardless of how old or young the mom is!

it's your last chance, better do it than regret. because, after 38, it is not safe to have a child. whether it risks your life, or the baby.

No my mom had her 6th child 3 yrs agowhen she was like 45

No way. Some people are just starting out at ur age.

No Way! I know a girl and she just turned 39 and had her baby in December

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