I became pregnant with my 3rd child 1 month prior to my 45th birthday. He was born full term and totally healthy at 7 lb 3 oz. He is now 15. My other children are now 32 and 29. I have been thrilled since the minute I became pregnant and have never been sorry to have my son. He happens to be amazing in every way. But beyond that, he has made my life so rich and I believe with all my heart he was meant to be. Of course, I was blessed with good health and so was my baby. Many tell me I was very "lucky" but I know another mom who had an autistic child at 45 and she feels blessed as well. My two older children were still in the house for the first 5 years of my son's life and this helped with the physically exhausting parts of being a mom. I think support systems or the money to afford help is a huge plus. The wisdom and peace of mind that comes with the experience of being a mom at a later age is so great. You have been through so much that you are not as nervous as younger moms. It was in many ways much easier at 45. I am now 61 and I do not feel old. People are shocked when I tell them my age thinking I am 50. I do think it forces you to stay young in mind set and to just to sort of "fit in" ..(.I am really surprised I am able to keep up with running him to sports and staying on top of his social life and his schoolwork...but he is mostly an A student, all honors and plays varsity since freshman year. ) So much of life is attitude and perspective. My path may not be the norm but it makes my journey unique and I would do it all again if I had to choose!
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Hi Anonymous and thanks for sharing your story!
It sounds like you've already had quite a journey in your life, and will continue to do so for many more years to come. Staying active and mentally sharp, as you seem to do to keep up with your son, definitely agrees with you. Thanks for an inspiring and hopeful Share!
Best,
Pam
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