Emily Carter Among the various prenatal screenings offered during pregnancy, nuchal translucency (NT) testing is one that often comes up early in the first trimester. For women over 35, understanding what this test involves, what it measures, and how to interpret results can help reduce anxiety and support informed conversations with an obstetric provider. It’s worth noting … Ler mais
Editorial note: This article has been consolidated into an updated guide. Read the current version here. Progesterone is one of those hormones that tends to come up frequently in conversations about fertility, cycles, and overall reproductive health. For women over 35 who are thinking about pregnancy or simply curious about how their bodies are changing, … Ler mais
Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Nutrition during pregnancy is a topic that attracts considerable attention—and a fair amount of conflicting advice. For women who are pregnant after 35, or who are trying to conceive, questions about … Ler mais
Trying to conceive (TTC) is one of the most emotionally complex experiences many women navigate. When the process unfolds after age 35—often with more awareness of biological timelines, more intensive medical involvement, and sometimes a history of previous losses or challenges—the emotional dimension can be particularly layered. If you’ve found that TTC has affected your … Ler mais
The postpartum period—often called the “fourth trimester”—is a time of significant physical and emotional transition for all new mothers. For women who gave birth after 35, this period may involve some experiences that are slightly different from those of younger mothers, as well as some that are identical. Understanding what’s typical, what takes time, and … Ler mais
A menstrual cycle that runs like clockwork is something many women take for granted—until it doesn’t. For women in their late 30s who are trying to conceive or simply paying closer attention to their reproductive health, cycle irregularity can feel like a sudden and unsettling development. The good news is that some variation in cycle … Ler mais
Sleep during pregnancy is almost universally affected to some degree—and for women who are pregnant after 35, sleep challenges may intersect with age-related changes that were already beginning to emerge. From the frequent urination of the first trimester to the physical discomfort of the third, pregnancy has a way of reshaping sleep patterns in ways … Ler mais
Pregnancy is often described as a time of joy and anticipation—and for many women, it is. But it can also be a time of significant anxiety, particularly for women who became pregnant after 35, who may have experienced a longer or more complicated path to conception, or who carry concerns about age-related risks. If worry … Ler mais
When women begin researching fertility after 35, they often encounter a wealth of information about ovulation, egg quality, and ovarian reserve. Less frequently discussed—but equally worth understanding—is the luteal phase: the second half of the menstrual cycle that occurs after ovulation and before menstruation. Changes to the luteal phase, sometimes described as a “luteal phase … Ler mais
One of the topics that often comes up early in conversations about pregnancy after 35 is prenatal genetic testing. If you’re pregnant or planning a pregnancy, your OB/GYN or midwife has likely mentioned these options—or you may have heard the term “advanced maternal age” in the context of testing recommendations. Understanding what these tests are, … Ler mais