Getting Pregnant after Age 30

Women who are 30 or older and want to have a baby can be successful in conceiving, but there are some things to consider. Women over 30 may be entering the menopause transition which means that their cycles are changing in length, and it may mean that they are less fertile than when they were younger. This makes it harder to know when you might be ovulating, making it more difficult to get pregnant.

Things you might want to consider if you are trying to have a baby:

• Menstrual changes that may affect how long it will take you to get pregnant
• General health issues and medical history
• Family history such as later life pregnancy
• Partner health issues
• Lifestyle

Talking with your health care provider before you start trying to have a baby will help you plan effective strategies to deal with these issues.