Chances Of Getting Pregnant After 40 - Fertile Minds

What are the chances of getting pregnant in your 40's? You've likely seen celebrity news articles with baby announcements from women in their 40's and even 50's, but is that really the norm? How difficult is it for women over the age of 40 to get pregnant?

Today, fertility specialist Dr Hayden Homer from Queensland Fertility Group, discusses the effect of age on female fertility and the chance of a successful, and healthy, pregnancy after 40. Plus, learn about the fertility tests and assisted reproductive technology available to help you achieve your dreams of parenthood.

- About Prof Hayden Homer -
Professor Hayden Homer has over 20 years’ experience in Infertility and Gynaecology and is based out of Queensland Fertility Group's Brisbane clinic.

- About Fertile Minds -
Virtus Health Group are the market leaders in Assisted Reproductive Services in Australia, and we would like to share our knowledge to educate and support those looking to grow their families. Our Virtus Health fertility network consists of IVFAustralia, Melbourne IVF, Queensland Fertility Group, and TasIVF.

One in six couples experience trouble conceiving, and we are working towards a future where everyone in the community has the opportunity to create a family.

Our Fertile Minds channel provides fertility related information by our leading minds from across the group. Here you can find the latest fertility facts and discussions to help you understand fertility - from pregnancy planning right through to treatment and technologies.

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[belindagreen]

I will be 45 in December and I am 5 months pregnant with my 1st child.

[soinlove]

I'm 44 & my husband is 49. We just found out we're expecting-naturally.

[Anonymous-pkbk]

I got pregnant at 45 with twins naturally don’t buy the hype. Your kids can come out, healthy and strong if you’re healthy and strong and practice a good lifestyle and live a healthy lifestyle.

[AngieT]

40 and pregnant now natural I prayed I just pray for healthy baby healthy pregnancy healthy mom. My son is 15 and I'm so blessed

[melissadavis]

Just had my third baby at 38 and she’s perfect! Don’t let your age make you lose hope of having a baby!

[gloriasandy]

My daughter became pregnant at the age of 39. It was a natural pregnancy. She gave birth to a beautiful baby girl at the end of 8 months. No drugs, no inducing for birth.

[newzealand.]

My frd is 45 year old she is pregnant with 4 bBy 💕 everything possible stay positive who is trying

[moriciabrown]

I'm turning 44 and Been trying now for 7 months, I missed my period now for 1 month today exact and taking a pregnancy test on Tuesday, hoping we are pregnant 🙂

[kimberlyd]

43 and naturally pregnant here! 15 weeks currently

[leleharrington-perkins]

I had my fifth baby (fifth C-section) but 9th pregnancy on 8/9/21 at the age of 44. No birth defects. I always got pregnant naturally.

[donnabrown]

I got pregnant with my own eggs at age 45. This was not planned. I also had a 19 and 16 year old then. I am now 65 and youngest son is 20. The are full brothers.

[shY]

Congratulations to all who see this. Baby dream coming

[ekscholl]

My mom was 39 when I was born. She conceived naturally, and I'm healthy. This was in the early 1980s too...

[mylifemypugcoco]

I don’t believe it . This doctor makes me hopeless . God makes everything possible. Just trust Him

[keepkeepers]

We do not live by the report of man, but by the living word of God, he is the creator of life ❤

[makiaparker]

I had my first baby at 38 I was not “trying” but I was not preventing either. My son has no birth defects or abnormalities. I’m pregnant right now at 41 naturally.

[midsummersnight]

I have struggled with a horrendous chronic illness, from the age of 23. Ive spent multiple months at a time consecutively, for over 8 years... I am currently 34 and so terrified.
I'm seeing many incredible doctors, some of the best in the country. ♡
The only thing I've ever wanted to be, was a Mother. I know I was born to be a nurturing Mom. It's absolutely devastating and heartbreaking to me. That dream is long gone. I'm at a loss as to what my purpose is. Everyone around me is getting pregnant and here I am, just lost. I'd give anything to be able to chat with someone who understands. Xo
This is one hell of a struggle.

[yosrakthiri]

I m 39 and i can t even find a husband god help me please.

[beatricemensah]

Your explanation is so clear and I have learned a lot. Thank you

[ruthtsisichetsisiche]

Wow this is educative. Thanks for sharing