The expression may sound alarming but "geriatric pregnancy" is simply a medical term for pregnancies in women aged 35 and above. Over time, this has evoked fear and concern due to increased health risks. However, it’s important to understand that these risks do not define every pregnancy.
Comprehensive measures needed to tackle this issue effectively
Authorities must raise awareness, strengthen public healthcare programmes
A national guideline is a good first step
I experienced postpartum depression with both my pregnancies, albeit in varying degrees and dimensions.
We need to normalise talking about pregnancy losses. In popular media, we would often see someone have sex just once, and then they get pregnant, and the next thing you know is that they had a perfectly healthy, happy baby.
The expression may sound alarming but "geriatric pregnancy" is simply a medical term for pregnancies in women aged 35 and above. Over time, this has evoked fear and concern due to increased health risks. However, it’s important to understand that these risks do not define every pregnancy.
Comprehensive measures needed to tackle this issue effectively
Authorities must raise awareness, strengthen public healthcare programmes
A national guideline is a good first step
I experienced postpartum depression with both my pregnancies, albeit in varying degrees and dimensions.
We need to normalise talking about pregnancy losses. In popular media, we would often see someone have sex just once, and then they get pregnant, and the next thing you know is that they had a perfectly healthy, happy baby.
