Why Waiting Until Your Late 30s to Have Kids Can Be the Best Decision You Ever Make

Ever told yourself you had to be a young mom – only to end up having kids later and feeling grateful you waited? You're not alone. Recently, I came across a powerful article on Business Insider titled "I wanted to be a young mom. I had my kids at 37 and 40, and I'm glad I waited." It hit so close to home that I felt compelled to share why more people are embracing motherhood later and how it can actually be a blessing in disguise.

When I was younger, I was certain I'd be a mom by 25. It was almost a life rule. But life, with all its beautiful unpredictability, had other plans. I had my first child at 37, the second at 40, and honestly? I wouldn’t change a thing.

So, why are so many people waiting longer to have kids?

For starters, we’re living in an era where career paths are longer and more flexible, financial stability often arrives later, and—let’s be real—people just want to feel ready in every sense before diving into parenthood. Waiting can mean more wisdom, more patience, and even more resources to provide the best environment for your little ones.

But this path isn’t always easy. Fertility concerns naturally rise as we age, and that’s where modern solutions and innovations shine. This is exactly why companies like MakeAMom are stepping up with at-home insemination kits designed to make starting a family outside clinical settings more accessible and less intimidating.

Imagine having tools tailored specifically to your unique needs:

• CryoBaby for those dealing with low-volume or frozen sperm,
• Impregnator for low motility sperm,
• and BabyMaker to support users with sensitivities like vaginismus.

These kits are reusable, discreetly shipped, and offer an impressive 67% success rate. For anyone navigating the complexities of fertility at a later age—or just exploring alternative family-building options—they offer hope and autonomy in a very personal journey.

But it’s not just about technology or timing, it’s about how you feel along the way.

Waiting to have kids isn’t a setback; it’s a choice filled with layers of growth and reflection. It’s a story many of us share but rarely talk about openly. And here’s a truth bomb: whether you’re 25 or 40, every path to parenthood is unique and worthy of celebration.

If you’re struggling with the pressure of “the biological clock” or wrestling with the decision of when to start a family, remember this: your story is still unfolding, and so is your chance to build the family you dream of. The journey might look a bit different than imagined, but it can be equally fulfilling.

Have you ever changed your plans about when to become a parent? What surprised you the most about that journey? Let’s open up the conversation below!

And if you’re curious about modern ways to support your fertility journey, take a moment to explore the thoughtful options offered by at-home insemination kits tailored to individual needs—an empowering step toward making your dream a reality.

Remember, there’s no “right” time—only your time. And sometimes, waiting can be the best decision you never expected to make.