Category Archives: pregnancy

Beyond what age is pregnancy not recommended? by Chris Herndon, M.D.

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There is no universally accepted age after which pregnancy is not recommended. Advanced maternal age is traditionally defined as pregnancy at or over the age of 35 years. Not only does it become harder for women to conceive after age … Continue reading

Does pregnancy alleviate endometriosis? Richard Chetkowski, M.D.

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Pregnancy and endometriosis exhibit a curiously antagonistic relationship. Women who give birth in their 20s are much less likely to suffer from this condition than women who conceive in their 30s or those who never have children. Endometriosis is defined … Continue reading