Pregnant at 40+? My Story, My Shock, & How I Took Control of My Journey

Finding Out I Was Pregnant – The Shock I Didn’t Expect

When I saw that positive pregnancy test, I was shocked. Pregnancy was the last thing on my mind. My son was 7 years old, I had a comfortable routine, and honestly, I never thought I’d be starting over.

I wasn’t against growing my family, but I wasn’t expecting it to happen. And after 7 years? It felt like a lifetime had passed since I last navigated pregnancy.

Pregnancy at 40+ Is NOT the Same as in Your 30s

At first, I thought, "Okay, I’ve done this before. No big deal!" But reality hit me quickly:

💡 Your pregnancy after 40 is categorized as ‘high risk’ (even if you feel great).
💡 You forget a LOT more than you think from your first pregnancy (I barely remembered my prenatal appointments!).
💡 Your body responds differently than it did in your 30s.

So while I thought this would be a familiar experience, it turned out to be an entirely new journey.

This Time, I Wanted to Do Things Differently

During my first pregnancy, I followed what I was told and didn’t question much. But this time?

✔ I wanted to be an active participant.
✔ I wanted knowledge, not just instructions.
✔ I wanted to prepare—not just physically, but mentally too.

The biggest question was: Where do I start?

How I Took Control of My Pregnancy Over 40

I started searching for dedicated resources for pregnancy over 40—and found very little. So, I created what I needed:

✅ Tools to track my progress and manage my energy.
✅ A system to keep myself organized with appointments, milestones, and medical insights.
✅ Mindset & confidence strategies to eliminate fears and embrace this pregnancy with joy.

Spoiler alert? It worked! My pregnancy was smooth, empowering, and I felt in control.

Why I’m Sharing My Journey With You

If you’re over 40 and pregnant (or thinking about it), I want to share everything I’ve learned—the tools, the insights, and the real talk about what it’s like.

Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing "40 Things I Wish I Knew About Pregnancy Over 40."

Follow along, save this post, and let’s navigate this journey together!

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