Uneventful pregnancy at 41
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Her doctor warned of all of the difficulties she might face getting pregnant at 41, and the heightened risk of birth defects.
But basically he said that since she was healthy, to just go for it!
Two months later Michelle was pregnant!
Her pregnancy was uneventful: no big problems, just the usual swollen ankles, weight gain, and tiredness.
Her son was born healthy and large - just under 10 pounds.
Michelle breastfed her son for 13 months, packing up her pump supplies and pumping twice a day in her office.
This Pregnancy Over 40 story was found on MommyintheMiddle.com
Read more: Michelle Conrad: Pregnancy at 41, Then a New Life and New Career
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