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Disadvantages of first-time parenting over age 40 using IVF.
| Women (n= 65), (%) | Men (n= 42), (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Infertility and the need for IVF | 48 | 17 |
| Less energy | 38 | 26 |
| Less lifetime with children | 31 | 19 |
| Smaller family size | 17 | 2 |
| Stigma of being ‘Older Parents’ | 12 | 19 |
