Does "advanced maternal age" really matter?


Are you calling me OLD?!?!
If you're having a baby and you're 35 or older, congratulations, you are of "advanced maternal age." You're in for a lot more testing at your OB appointments. Dr. Bassam Rimawi from WakeMed discusses advanced maternal age. There are risks, and rewards, but should the label still exist if women are having babies at a later age in general? Connect with Sarah and the show at wralfm.com/sarahhasquestions.
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