Is is possible to have a healthy baby at age 42?

Answer by  Rose (6804)

Yes, it is very possible to have a healthy baby at the age of 42. Most concerns at this point and time are for the mother, as labor and pregnancy is very hard on the body. Follow your doctors instructions and make sure you take all of your vitamins and appointments.

Answer by  Ali41 (1593)

Absolutely. However, pregnancies after the age of 35 are at higher risk for birth defects. Your doctor will want to do additional screenings for these as the pregnancy progresses.

Answer by  diane23 (1167)

The majority of babies born to women in their 40s are born perfectly healthy. The risks of miscarriage, pregnancy complications, and birth defects are higher than for younger women, but doctors will usually recommend extra tests as a precaution.

Answer by  GEETZ (388)

Yes! you can have a very healthy baby at 42 ,make sure your diet is healthy and you take multi vitamins&calcium.