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The most fertile age for men and women

Politiko 2025-07-07 15:40:52

The most fertile age for men and women

If you're thinking about becoming parents, it's important to understand that fertility isn't the same throughout life, for either women or men. The so-called 'biological clock' isn't just a myth that affects women; it affects men too, albeit in different ways.

Fertility in women

Women are born with a certain number of eggs, and as they age, this natural reservoir begins to dwindle. Fertility peaks in the early 20s, and experts recommend that the best age to get pregnant is between 20 and 30.

After the age of 32, fertility begins to decline significantly, and the second largest decline begins at the age of 37. After the age of 40, the possibility of conceiving a child decreases significantly, while after menopause, which usually occurs around the age of 50, it becomes almost impossible.

According to studies, a woman between the ages of 19 and 26 has a 50% chance of getting pregnant during the most fertile days of her cycle. This figure drops to about 33% for women between the ages of 35 and 39.

Male fertility

Unlike women, men do not have a hard biological limit to their fertility. They can produce sperm throughout their lives, but the quality and quantity of sperm declines with age. This increases the risk of difficulty conceiving, as well as some potential problems for the child.

Studies show that after the age of 40, a man's ability to father children drops by about 30%. However, every man over the age of 20 has the biological potential to be a parent.

How long does it take to conceive?

For young couples at the peak of their fertility, the average time to get pregnant is about 4 and a half months. But for couples over 40, this time can be extended to two years.

The data has been published in the scientific journal Human Reproduction, and clearly shows the importance of age for both women and men when it comes to creating a new life.

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