IVF After 40: Hope, Myths & The Truth

By Barkha MathurPublished On May 23, 2025

Too old to be a mom?

Women over 40 ask: Can I still get pregnant? IVF seems like the answer—but is it?

Myth: IVF guarantees pregnancy at any age

Truth: IVF helps, but it’s not magic. Age still matters. “IVF boosts chances, but egg quality drops with age.” — Dr Parul Prakash, Reproductive Medicine, IVF expert

Myth: Women over 40 can’t conceive via IVF

Truth: Yes, they can! Especially with donor eggs. “We’ve seen pregnancies even in the 50s,” says Dr Prakash. But it comes with medical risks.

Myth: IVF is only for older women

Truth: Nope! Blocked tubes, PCOS, male infertility—young women need IVF too. It’s about fertility challenges, not age.

Myth: IVF means twins or triplets

Truth: Not anymore. Doctors now aim for single embryo transfers—for safer pregnancies.

Myth: IVF is fast & easy

Truth: It’s a tough journey. Hormones. Egg retrieval. Emotional rollercoaster. Pricey too. “There’s nothing ‘quick’ about IVF.” — Dr Lavi Sidhu, Fertility expert

Myth: IVF solves late-age parenting issues

Truth: IVF opens doors, but age still plays a role. Emotional maturity Energy, health, long-term planning—also critical.

IVF isn’t a guarantee—but it is a game-changer.

If you're over 40 and wondering about motherhood… Get informed. Get screened. Get expert advice.

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Bust the myths. Know your options. And take the next step with confidence.