Dr. Sankar Dasmahapatra

Pregnancy after the age of 35 comes with unique risks and challenges. While many women have healthy pregnancies and give birth to healthy babies after 35, some women may experience complications. It is necessary to understand the risks & challenges of pregnancy after 35 and to seek the advice of a high-risk pregnancy specialist in Kolkata to ensure the appropriate outcome for both mother and baby. Risk 1: Down Syndrome One of the biggest risks of pregnancy after 35 is an increased chance of chromosomal abnormalities, such as Down syndrome. The risk of conceiving baby with Down syndrome is about 1 in 400 at age 35, and it increases to 1 in 100 at age 40. Women over 35 are also at a higher risk of other pregnancy complications such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, preterm labour, and miscarriage. Risk 2: Pregnancy Difficulty In addition to these risks, women over 35 may also face challenges such as difficulty getting pregnant and a higher likelihood of needing a caesar...