Precautions for Advanced Maternal Age Pregnancies

Jun 12, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I am now 44 years old and want to get pregnant. What should I pay attention to as an advanced maternal age pregnancy?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Advanced maternal age refers to pregnant women who are 35 years old or older. The following points require special attention during pregnancy: 1. Pre-pregnancy checkups: Undergo thorough pre-pregnancy examinations to ensure good physical health and prevent complications such as eclampsia and gestational hypertension. 2. Dietary adjustments: Maintain a balanced diet, consume plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits, avoid excessive intake of preserved and high-calorie foods, prefer light flavors, and reduce consumption of high-fat, high-salt, and high-sugar foods. 3. Lifestyle habits: Ensure adequate sleep, avoid strenuous exercise, stay away from crowded places, maintain external genital hygiene, and prevent infections. 4. Psychological well-being: Maintain emotional stability, avoid excessive stress and anxiety, communicate frequently with family and friends, and keep a cheerful mood.