Why Waiting Until Your Late 30s to Have Kids Could Be the Best Decision You Never Expected
Posted on 27 July 2025 by Priya Menon — 1 min
I always imagined I’d be a young mom, but life had a different plan. Like so many of us, I set a mental deadline — 'If I’m not a parent by 25, maybe it’s not for me.' Yet, here I am, having welcomed my children at 37 and 40, and surprisingly, I’m more grateful than I ever expected. Recently, a compelling article titled ‘I wanted to be a young mom. I had my kids at 37 and 40, and I'm glad I waited.’ resonated deeply with many, revealing the changing narratives around motherhood and timing. Let’s unpack why waiting can be one of the most empowering choices on the fertility journey — and how modern tools make it accessible for everyone.
The Myth of “The Best Age” to Have Kids
For decades, society has pushed a narrow window for motherhood, emphasizing youthful fertility as the only