Age is one of the most important factors influencing fertility in both women and men. While it’s possible to conceive later in life, age-related changes in reproductive health can make it more difficult—and increase the risk of complications.

Let’s explore how age impacts fertility for both genders and what you can do if age is becoming a concern.

👩‍⚕️ Female Fertility and Age

1. Egg Quantity Declines with Age

Women are born with all the eggs they will ever have—around 1 to 2 million at birth. By puberty, this drops to about 300,000. With each menstrual cycle, eggs are lost, and:

  • By age 30, fertility starts to decline gradually.
  • By age 35, the decline becomes more noticeable.
  • After age 40, fertility drops significantly.

2. Egg Quality Also Decreases

Not only do the number of eggs decline, but the quality (genetic health) also reduces. This increases the risk of:

  • Miscarriage
  • Chromosomal abnormalities (like Down syndrome)
  • IVF failure

3. Increased Risk of Complications

Women over 35 have higher chances of:

  • Ectopic pregnancy
  • Gestational diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Complicated labor or cesarean delivery

👨‍⚕️ Male Fertility and Age

While men don’t have a strict “fertility deadline,” age does affect male reproductive health too—especially after 40.

1. Lower Sperm Quality

As men age, changes can include:

  • Reduced sperm count
  • Poor motility (movement)
  • Abnormal morphology (shape)

2. Increased Risk of Genetic Mutations

Older sperm may carry more DNA fragmentation, which can lead to:

  • Miscarriage
  • Autism or schizophrenia (in rare cases)
  • Lower success rates in assisted reproduction

3. Longer Time to Conception

It may take longer for couples to conceive if the male partner is over 40—even with a younger female partner.

🧬 What Are Your Options?

If age is a concern, here’s what we recommend at Gold Medica IVF Services:

✅ 1. Fertility Assessment

Get basic tests done early:

  • AMH and Antral Follicle Count for women
  • Semen analysis for men

✅ 2. Fertility Preservation

  • Women in their 20s and early 30s can consider egg freezing if not ready to start a family.
  • Men can opt for sperm freezing if planning delayed parenthood.

✅ 3. Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART)

At Gold Medica, we offer:

  • IUI for mild cases
  • IVF with your own or donor eggs/sperm
  • PGT-A to screen embryos for genetic health before transfer

💛 Your Age Doesn’t Define Your Hope

While age does affect fertility, it doesn’t end your dream of parenthood. With the right care, many couples over 35—even over 40—have healthy pregnancies through fertility treatment.

At Gold Medica IVF Services, we combine advanced technology with compassionate care to help you conceive—no matter your age.