The graying of the obstetric population: implications for the older mother

M Carolan - Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing, 2003 - Elsevier
Objective To review the literature on the relationship between advanced maternal age and
pregnancy outcomes and to discuss social trends in childbearing. Data Sources
Computerized searches on CINAHL, MEDLINE, National Institutes of Health, and published
birth statistics. Keywords used in this search were the following: advanced maternal age,
pregnancy outcomes for older primiparae and older mothers, and pregnancy risks. Study
Selection Relevant articles published between 1978 and 2001 were reviewed. Data …