Hope Knows No Age: A Journey to Parenthood After 35

For many couples, the decision to start a family later in life comes with mixed feelings — joy, anticipation, and sometimes, worry. When Clara and Arjun walked into Credence IVF for a consultation at age 37, they had spent years balancing careers, dreams, and countless conversations about “when the time will be right.” Yet, once they decided to try for a baby, the path wasn’t as simple as they had hoped.

Clara learned that age does influence fertility — especially when it comes to egg quality and quantity, which naturally decline with age, and can impact IVF success. But what surprised her most was how many factors beyond age would shape their journey. Credence IVF

At Credence IVF, her fertility specialist sat down with them and explained that while women under 35 often have the highest IVF success rates, many women in their late 30s and early 40s still achieve pregnancy — especially with modern reproductive technologies. They discussed how fertility after 35 typically sees success rates around 30–40% per IVF cycle, and that this depends on individual health, ovarian reserve tests, and lifestyle adjustments. Credence IVF+1

Rather than feeling discouraged, Clara and Arjun felt empowered. With personalized treatment planning, lifestyle guidance, and careful monitoring throughout her cycle, they approached each step with clarity. The clinic offered options like preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to identify healthy embryos — a strategy that many fertility experts recommend to improve chances in older age groups. Centre for IVF

The emotional part of the journey was equally important. Some days were filled with hope; others, tension. Yet Clara learned that IVF isn’t a single moment but a series of small victories — improving egg quality through nutrition and stress management, tracking progress through each appointment, and celebrating milestones together.

Then came the day they had an embryo transfer. Weeks later, a positive pregnancy test turned into a joyful embrace — a testament to persistence, personalized care, and science working hand-in-hand with hope.

Today, their little one’s first laugh fills their home, reminding them that family dreams can come true at many ages. Their experience didn’t just result in a baby — it taught them that age is a factor, not a limit. With the right support, timing, and medical guidance, IVF after 35 can lead to success and new beginnings.