Advanced Maternal Age in the Midwifery Model of Care

'Advanced maternal age' is the medical term used to describe pregnancies over the age of 35. But why do we care if someone is over 35? Is it a higher-risk pregnancy? What are the different factors that go into a person over 35 having a high risk pregnancy? The midwives break down some of the statistics and talk about how the midwifery model approaches birth parents over 35. Just a heads up- this episode talks about some hard stuff, like miscarriage and pregnancy loss, and it might not be appropriate for all listeners.

Key Takeaways

• 'Advanced maternal age' is the medical term for pregnancies over the age of 35.
• The midwives discuss whether being over 35 makes a pregnancy higher risk, and which factors play a role.
• They break down some of the statistics and how the midwifery model approaches birth parents over 35.
• This episode touches on miscarriage and pregnancy loss, which may not be right for every listener.