Will be 39...

EAng · June 2014

Hello everyone, it is good to be back...but a bit of a shock.

I just tested this week when I was late, I am NEVER late - and was shocked to get a positive result. It is SO early, so obviously not telling anyone - so I decided to write here instead.

I will be 39 when baby arrives. Our daughter will be 5, so I think she will be a huge help. I always wanted kids closer together, but life happens. And now I think it will be a blessing.

I will admit that things were just getting easier, so to go back to baby-mode is a bit scary. I had pre-e with my daughter, so I know I will be automatically considered high risk with that and my age.

First appointment isn't until end of July, so that will be difficult. I am still a bit shocked. It was so difficult getting pregnant with our daughter, and this was not even planned. But we are happy and excited!

Looking forward to chatting with you all.

2redtulips · June 2014

Congrats on your little surprise, and welcome!

Samuelismomma · June 2014

Congrats! And welcome!

indianaalum · June 2014

Just something to ponder since your appt isn't until July.

I always wonder if it is a good idea for older women to talk to doctor about getting tested for progesterone at our age. I did IVF so I was put on it immediately, but from what I understand, women have a higher miscarriage at a later age due to decreased progesterone and supplements help prevent that. It might be worth talking to your doctor to see if that is accurate.

I know someone who got pregnant 2x at an older age, miscarried both times, and then was put on progesterone and had no issues then. I feel like I have heard many similar stories, as well

sjm12368 · June 2014

I am 41 and having my 4th. My children are pretty spaced out. Oldest 21, then 16 and 7 and now I'm about six weeks along. A little nervousness being older and having a wee one again.