40+ Years Old Too Late to Start a Family?

Vin Deezyzzl

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I will add, your more than likely going to have slim Pickens for anyone 35 and over that is interested in having more or start.

Probably looking at the 30 to 33 range
I got divorced after 14 years at 36-then dated some women both older and younger, mostly a bit younger. Took a bit but determined that I didn't want to go more than 5 years either direction....beyond that it seemed just too far apart in life to realistically make things work...at least for me. Divorced a year and met an absolutely amazing woman, figured we'd date a few months, then ease back into our own lives...that was in 2007 lol. As far as starting a family, that was completely off the table for both of us. Her youngest was a senior in high school, id already raised a stepdaughter, no way did I want to start all over again, neither did she.
 

Xxplosive

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I got divorced after 14 years at 36-then dated some women both older and younger, mostly a bit younger. Took a bit but determined that I didn't want to go more than 5 years either direction....beyond that it seemed just too far apart in life to realistically make things work...at least for me. Divorced a year and met an absolutely amazing woman, figured we'd date a few months, then ease back into our own lives...that was in 2007 lol. As far as starting a family, that was completely off the table for both of us. Her youngest was a senior in high school, id already raised a stepdaughter, no way did I want to start all over again, neither did she.

Sounds like you basically had lived a full life by the time you were 37. Id wanna just chill after all that, too.

It was more so for people who are at/near 40 who never had a chance to have a family before. Idk if i would want to start a 2nd family just for the fuck of it.
 

Vin Deezyzzl

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Sounds like you basically had lived a full life by the time you were 37. Id wanna just chill after all that, too.

It was more so for people who are at/near 40 who never had a chance to have a family before. Idk if i would want to start a 2nd family just for the fuck of it.
I know people that have started over again with another family and have another kid, it's like 30-35 straight years of raising kids lol. But no I don't think 40 is top old to start, but hard to fathom much older. 60 y/o when a kid graduates, no thanks.
 

Xxplosive

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I know people that have started over again with another family and have another kid, it's like 30-35 straight years of raising kids lol. But no I don't think 40 is top old to start, but hard to fathom much older. 60 y/o when a kid graduates, no thanks.

Problem is, if me and my gf both went our separate ways, its not like i would meet someone and start a family tmw. I turn 41 in 2 months, even rushing the process wifh a new chick i would be about 44-45 by the time the kid is born.
 

Boom180

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Me being 40 I know the likelihood of meeting and considering having a baby even if I can physically (with lots of hcg and hmg it may be possible) is unlikely.

I won't rule it out. Being a dad has been the only factor during this divorce that has kept my mind stable. That and the gym.
I would even consider adoption if it wasn't just a money grab.
 

Xxplosive

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Me being 40 I know the likelihood of meeting and considering having a baby even if I can physically (with lots of hcg and hmg it may be possible) is unlikely.

I won't rule it out. Being a dad has been the only factor during this divorce that has kept my mind stable. That and the gym.
I would even consider adoption if it wasn't just a money grab.

Sounds like i need to just accept my fate. Men are shamed if they admit being affected by loneliness. When you have nobody and nothing to work towards, it makes you question why you stay in the rat race at all.
 

Boom180

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We have seen people in their 50s and 60s have kids lol. It all revolves around what boxes you need to have checked.

Likelihood of finding someone 37 who also wants more or any kids is hard, if being a dad is one of your top priorities then you need to accept opening your range up on ages.
There are mature 25 year Olds who are fun and Loyal and would rather have someone older so they don't have to put up with the typical 25 bs.
But are you going to be ok with that Age ? Personally I don't think it's frowned upon as much as people like to think.
If your not willing to consider 25, 30... then you have a really small pond to search. You better be a damn good fisherman or find a bigger , more stocked pond 🙂
 

Warrior

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Every time I get any inkling of wanting another kid I remind myself that I will probably be a grandfather w/in the next 5 years. My little gym protege is 28 and his girl is a few days past her due date right now. I told them that as long as I’m available they always have a baby sitter. They’re having a boy, my kids are all girls. Can’t be that much different though
 

Boom180

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Through my pending separation/ dissolution I have not once been shamed personally for saying I'm lonely. In fact the opposite as it shows you are human and seek having that type of relationship.

It kind of seems like you've already admitted you can't to yourself. It goes back to the quote... if you think you can or you think you can't, either way your right.
 

Xxplosive

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Through my pending separation/ dissolution I have not once been shamed personally for saying I'm lonely. In fact the opposite as it shows you are human and seek having that type of relationship.

It kind of seems like you've already admitted you can't to yourself. It goes back to the quote... if you think you can or you think you can't, either way your right.

I hear what you're saying, but it's not about your mindset when dealing with circumstances out of your control. My gf is having some serious health issues right now, we think there is a chance she has inflammatory breast cancer which i pray isnt the case. I cant bring myself to turn my back on her if it turns out she cant have kids, but im praying thats not the case.
 

Boom180

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First you need to decide once and for all with what's in front of you if your current relationship is sustainable.
From your original comments you were on the brink of throwing in the towel.
I'm not trying to be a dick ( I pray she's ok) but if she is that toxic, her ability to have kids or not isn't the only issue. The first is, should she.

I'm currently in counseling for all my relationship issues so I'm the last person to to give advice, I think priorities need to be looked at. Doesn't sound like your even in the realm of talking about a family if the toxic issues are still there.
 

codeword

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And that's the problem- most chicks that gonna be 8-10 years younger are not gonna want a guy that much older unless they are doing it just because they see you as financial security for them.

I was involved with a gorgeous 35 yo chick when i was 37 who was never married and no kids.... she turned out to be extremely selfish, inconsiderate af literally did not care about anyone but herself and whatever was convenient for her.

Tbh- I am in a relationship right now with my gf of the last 20 years on and off (3 years have been back together) she has no kids, we had plans on getting married and starting a family, but we sent her to rehab (alcoholic) for a year, she's had some chronic health problems and honestly she has become so toxic and impossible to deal with that im very close to being burned out permanently from her- i can either tough it and we can try to go to therapy when her health is back in order, or i can walk away and try to start over.

But what is starting over at 41 (in June) yo? Realistically would take a year or two if im lucky to even meet a girl who i would hit it off that well, and nobody jumps into a kid on the first date. So realistically, that's 3-4 years even with rushing everything.

I still love my gf and want things to work out, but I am very close accepting that her level of damage and ungrateful attitude is just irreparable and she's a lost cause
That's rough mate, one thing that never stops is time like the clock, and she be told not to throw herself into a relationship for at least 2years in rehab.
I'm nearly 50 now pal going steady with a Girl I don't love like love should feel.
Sometimes we just settle for what's in our life.Been single and Happy is better than having regrets at our age.
Best of luck
 

codeword

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There are alot of people that love eachother but just can't make it work for one reason or another. I am still a firm believer that with the right professional help most of these instances would work out, but it takes both to be highly motivated to change and work through it. If both are not on board 100% , it will never work. Hard place with the medical issues. Have you guys had thos discussion on where this is likely to lead if things don't change ?
That doesn't make you a bad person, just makes you not want to be miserable.

If you don't love yourself to some extent then yes, it will be hard to have someone else do it for you. Being a homebody isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it will make meeting anybody virtually impossible. You have to find something in a social setting to do at some point, force yourself out.
I love my current wife and was willing to do whatever I had to stay with her, in the end the damage had been done and she is a very emotionless person which made it easy for her to walk away. Through this I have seen what really bothers me such as gratitude and willingness to sit and talk about issues on both sides, something she is not willing to do.
Those are all things I need to be looking for in my next relationship, whenever that will be. Those little things added with my age are going to the difficult part...
Well don't waste your time on someone who doesn't want to be part of your life. She will no doubt come back but it would only destroy u totally Get out again and get some new lass my friend
 

Xxplosive

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That's rough mate, one thing that never stops is time like the clock, and she be told not to throw herself into a relationship for at least 2years in rehab.
I'm nearly 50 now pal going steady with a Girl I don't love like love should feel.
Sometimes we just settle for what's in our life.Been single and Happy is better than having regrets at our age.
Best of luck

We have been together on and off for 20+ years. I personally think this whole "no dating until after 2 years of rehab" should be reserved for new people you meet, and even then it's bullshit. Most people go through their whole life damaged, to make them feel guilty about having someone is ridiculous.
 

Boom180

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The waiting game is more of a guideline. If you get out of a long term relationship and in two weeks meet someone great, you might take it slow but anyone that completely writes it off because it's too soon may be throwing away the best thing that's happened to them.
 
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