Age is one of the central factors affecting people’s ability to conceive, and particularly persons who are assigned female at birth (AFAB). AFAB individuals usually begin a gradual decline in fertility in their early 30s, with a more pronounced drop-off starting shortly before turning 40. On the other hand, individuals assigned male at birth (AMAB) can potentially remain fertile their entire adult lives. However, erectile dysfunction can be experienced beginning around the age of 40. A decrease in sperm quality around the same time can have negative health outcomes for offspring. We shall be discussing how age affects fertility and the odds of getting pregnant as one’s age increases. We shall also highlight the key factors that influence conception rates at different stages of life.
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