Motherhood has undergone a profound transformation in recent decades, shifting primarily to the age range between 35 and 40 years. This change, according to Dr. Brescó, Head of Gynecology at the Igualada hospital, is due to social factors such as job insecurity, increased life expectancy, and a transformation of life priorities.
“"People are afraid of motherhood because of their economic level, and this implies that our societies are increasingly aging."
Brescó emphasizes that although the human biological cycle has not changed, society must adapt to human needs. He criticizes that public policies are not aimed at supporting families, especially when couples with modest incomes must face high rents or mortgages, making it unfeasible to have children.
From a medical perspective, delaying motherhood leads to an increase in sterility, as fertility is lower in women over 35 years old. Nevertheless, the doctor highlights that pregnancy control and the detection of fetal anomalies have evolved “exaggeratedly” in the last twenty years, making births safer.
