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What is the best age to stop having kids?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average age of a woman's first birth has risen considerably over the past four decades, highlighting a growing trend to delay parenthood. Determining the best age to stop having kids is not a one-size-fits-all answer, but rather a deeply personal decision influenced by a complex interplay of biological, social, and psychological factors.

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How fertile is a 47 year old? Understanding the Odds and Options

By age 45, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that getting pregnant naturally is unlikely for most women. This reality check sets the stage for understanding the complexities of just **how fertile is a 47 year old** and exploring the potential paths forward.

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Is 42 too old to have a baby for men? An In-Depth Look at Male Fertility

While female fertility has a clear endpoint, male fertility doesn't stop, but it does decline with age. This leads many men and their partners to question: **is 42 too old to have a baby for men?** The short answer is no, but it’s a more complex issue than many realize, involving both fertility and potential health risks.

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Do older adults regret not having children? Examining later-life satisfaction

According to a Michigan State University study, older child-free adults do not report more life regret than older parents, and some parents were even more likely to wish they could change something about their life. This challenges a long-standing societal assumption and provides a critical answer to the question: **Do older adults regret not having children?**

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