The oldest woman to give birth to a child is Maria del Carmen Bousada de Lara, who was 66 years and 358 days old when she gave birth to twins in 2006. This remarkable event highlights the significant advancements in reproductive medicine and the changing societal attitudes toward older mothers.
There are several factors that have contributed to the increase in the number of older women giving birth. These include the availability of fertility treatments, such as IVF and egg donation, which have made it possible for women to conceive later in life. Additionally, women are increasingly choosing to delay childbearing until they are older, in order to pursue their careers or establish financial stability.
