Two Porches and A Pour Podcast: 40 and Pregnant

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The Funny (and Real) Side of Being a Mom in Your 40s

This season of ‘Two Porches in a Pour’, host Lynn Vogeler has Amy Sadler of Amy Sadler Designs as a co-host. They have decided to call this season: What We Did for Love!

Amy and Lynn are blogging buddies, and she has agreed to Co-Host the Podcast with Lynn while Wendy takes a short break from the Podcast.

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What You Will Hear in This Episode:

This conversation explores the unique experiences and challenges of pregnancy in one’s 40s, highlighting the humorous and serious aspects of being labeled as ‘geriatric’ during pregnancy. The speakers discuss the stark differences in treatment and perception between younger and older mothers, shedding light on societal and medical attitudes towards maternal age.

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Takeaways:

  • Having a baby in your 40s comes with unique challenges.
  • The term ‘geriatric pregnancy’ can be humorous yet serious.
  • Medical treatment varies significantly based on maternal age.
  • Younger mothers often receive different treatment than older mothers.
  • Societal perceptions of age in motherhood can be limiting.
  • The experience of pregnancy changes with age.
  • Older mothers may face more scrutiny from medical professionals.
  • Humor can be a coping mechanism for the challenges of older motherhood.
  • Understanding the medical landscape is crucial for older mothers.
  • Support systems are vital for mothers of all ages.

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