Options to get pregnant

I am 49 and have no children. I now have a partner and am very desperate to have a baby. What are my options and do I have a chance?

Our Expert's Answer

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Please note that all the answers we give are on a generic basis only, as we cannot provide more in-depth answers without access to your medical history. If you need a more detailed response, tailored to you, we would recommend a consultation with one of our Fertility Specialists for more comprehensive medical advice.

At the age of 49 your only option to conceive is through egg donation. This is a very successful treatment and the success rates are over 40% per cycle. In the UK most clinics will only treat patients up to the age of 50 so if you are seriously considering treatment you should see a Fertility Doctor as soon as possible.