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Why am i finding it hard to get pregnant the 2nd time (i've already had one child in the past)?

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Age: Partially this is because you are 47 years old. Fertility drops over time. You also are at increased risk of bearing a child with chromosomal disorders such as Downs Syndrome, Trisomy 18 and others. Even a late period at this age could be a baby that was not meant to be. Gosh, I hate to be such a buzz kill, but I hope this is helpful.

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Answered 3/5/2015

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A member asked:

Why am i finding it hard to get pregnant the 2nd time (i've already had one child in the past)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Dr Fricke and another doctor agreed

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