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Originally published by The Standard BusinessJuly 14, 2026
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Pregnant after 35? Here's what you need to know
Hearing you're pregnant after 35 can bring excitement, but for many women, it also comes with a flood of worry and fear..
✨ Key Highlights
Pregnancy after the age of 35 is increasingly common, with advancements in prenatal care making healthy outcomes more achievable despite age-related risks. The term "geriatric pregnancy" is being replaced by "advanced maternal age" (AMA) by healthcare professionals.
- While fertility declines and risks like gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, and chromosomal abnormalities can increase, these complications are not inevitable and require closer monitoring.
- Key individuals include Dr Josephine Omwoyo, a consultant obstetrician, and women like Faith Akinyi and Linda Ongoche who successfully navigated later-life pregnancies.
- Modern prenatal care, including Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) and regular monitoring, significantly improves outcomes for mothers and babies.
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