Quote: (11-13-2018 09:30 PM)CleanSlate Wrote:
I intend to have kids in my early-mid 40s (I’m 39), but hopefully be done with 2 kids by the time I turn 45.
My dad was 44 when he had me. It didn’t really hurt my childhood but I had a sister and other kids with whom I could play in my neighborhood.
One argument I can think of against waiting too long (other than energy levels), is you’ll wish you had more time when you’re close to dying because your kids might not yet be married or have their own kids.
I’m sure I will come across the problems that come with having kids in my 40s, but what can I do other than take good care of myself? Having a girl 15 years younger than myself should also help, not only with energy levels but also reducing birth risks.
I think about that all the time. God willing I make it to my genetic limit - which seems to be 88 based on ancestors - I should hope to see my grandkids through most of their formative years.