How old is too old?

[marisalynn]

I completely understand the "clock ticking" feeling. I have been feeling the clock since I started understanding the implications that CF would have on the possibility of me having children. I am 21 now and married for almost a year, and I think that other than the fact that I love my husband very much, the fact that I have CF and want to have children soon had a bit to do with me wanting to get married so young. I feel like I want to do it before I don't have the chance to. I am very lucky, as I still only have mild lung disease with little to no digestive impairment. Hopefully, I will be healthy for many years to come, but I hope to start trying to get pregnant here in the next year or two.

 

[marisalynn]

I completely understand the "clock ticking" feeling. I have been feeling the clock since I started understanding the implications that CF would have on the possibility of me having children. I am 21 now and married for almost a year, and I think that other than the fact that I love my husband very much, the fact that I have CF and want to have children soon had a bit to do with me wanting to get married so young. I feel like I want to do it before I don't have the chance to. I am very lucky, as I still only have mild lung disease with little to no digestive impairment. Hopefully, I will be healthy for many years to come, but I hope to start trying to get pregnant here in the next year or two.

 

[marisalynn]

I completely understand the "clock ticking" feeling. I have been feeling the clock since I started understanding the implications that CF would have on the possibility of me having children. I am 21 now and married for almost a year, and I think that other than the fact that I love my husband very much, the fact that I have CF and want to have children soon had a bit to do with me wanting to get married so young. I feel like I want to do it before I don't have the chance to. I am very lucky, as I still only have mild lung disease with little to no digestive impairment. Hopefully, I will be healthy for many years to come, but I hope to start trying to get pregnant here in the next year or two.

 

[marisalynn]

I completely understand the "clock ticking" feeling. I have been feeling the clock since I started understanding the implications that CF would have on the possibility of me having children. I am 21 now and married for almost a year, and I think that other than the fact that I love my husband very much, the fact that I have CF and want to have children soon had a bit to do with me wanting to get married so young. I feel like I want to do it before I don't have the chance to. I am very lucky, as I still only have mild lung disease with little to no digestive impairment. Hopefully, I will be healthy for many years to come, but I hope to start trying to get pregnant here in the next year or two.

 

[marisalynn]

I completely understand the "clock ticking" feeling. I have been feeling the clock since I started understanding the implications that CF would have on the possibility of me having children. I am 21 now and married for almost a year, and I think that other than the fact that I love my husband very much, the fact that I have CF and want to have children soon had a bit to do with me wanting to get married so young. I feel like I want to do it before I don't have the chance to. I am very lucky, as I still only have mild lung disease with little to no digestive impairment. Hopefully, I will be healthy for many years to come, but I hope to start trying to get pregnant here in the next year or two.

 

[sunshine5637]

Many thanks to all who responded! I know that everyone is different...but I guess I was looking for some encouragement. Apparently, I came to the right place!!

Thanks again!<img src="i/expressions/hugging.gif" border="0">

 

[sunshine5637]

Many thanks to all who responded! I know that everyone is different...but I guess I was looking for some encouragement. Apparently, I came to the right place!!

Thanks again!<img src="i/expressions/hugging.gif" border="0">

 

[sunshine5637]

Many thanks to all who responded! I know that everyone is different...but I guess I was looking for some encouragement. Apparently, I came to the right place!!

Thanks again!<img src="i/expressions/hugging.gif" border="0">

 

[sunshine5637]

Many thanks to all who responded! I know that everyone is different...but I guess I was looking for some encouragement. Apparently, I came to the right place!!

Thanks again!<img src="i/expressions/hugging.gif" border="0">

 

[sunshine5637]

Many thanks to all who responded! I know that everyone is different...but I guess I was looking for some encouragement. Apparently, I came to the right place!!
<br />
<br />Thanks again!<img src="i/expressions/hugging.gif" border="0">

 

[fondreflections]

I have to agree with those who commented. It really is a personal decision based on so many different factors.

* FEV1
* weight management
* diabetes
* cultures
* stability
* support system (internal & external)

Those are just some that come to mind instantly. Also I wanted to raise my child not just have it...I'm not implying you or anyone else with that statment. If I can't be a effective parent to my child than it's not fair to the child or myself.

Looking back at the past year, I doubt HIGHLY that I'll even be trying to 30. My FEV1 has dropped from 65% to a mere 50%, according to my latest visit this past Monday. I'm quite depressed about everything. I have run out of time...

There are many CFers on this site that have had children into their 30s and did just fine. It all depends...

 

[fondreflections]

I have to agree with those who commented. It really is a personal decision based on so many different factors.

* FEV1
* weight management
* diabetes
* cultures
* stability
* support system (internal & external)

Those are just some that come to mind instantly. Also I wanted to raise my child not just have it...I'm not implying you or anyone else with that statment. If I can't be a effective parent to my child than it's not fair to the child or myself.

Looking back at the past year, I doubt HIGHLY that I'll even be trying to 30. My FEV1 has dropped from 65% to a mere 50%, according to my latest visit this past Monday. I'm quite depressed about everything. I have run out of time...

There are many CFers on this site that have had children into their 30s and did just fine. It all depends...

 

[fondreflections]

I have to agree with those who commented. It really is a personal decision based on so many different factors.

* FEV1
* weight management
* diabetes
* cultures
* stability
* support system (internal & external)

Those are just some that come to mind instantly. Also I wanted to raise my child not just have it...I'm not implying you or anyone else with that statment. If I can't be a effective parent to my child than it's not fair to the child or myself.

Looking back at the past year, I doubt HIGHLY that I'll even be trying to 30. My FEV1 has dropped from 65% to a mere 50%, according to my latest visit this past Monday. I'm quite depressed about everything. I have run out of time...

There are many CFers on this site that have had children into their 30s and did just fine. It all depends...

 

[fondreflections]

I have to agree with those who commented. It really is a personal decision based on so many different factors.

* FEV1
* weight management
* diabetes
* cultures
* stability
* support system (internal & external)

Those are just some that come to mind instantly. Also I wanted to raise my child not just have it...I'm not implying you or anyone else with that statment. If I can't be a effective parent to my child than it's not fair to the child or myself.

Looking back at the past year, I doubt HIGHLY that I'll even be trying to 30. My FEV1 has dropped from 65% to a mere 50%, according to my latest visit this past Monday. I'm quite depressed about everything. I have run out of time...

There are many CFers on this site that have had children into their 30s and did just fine. It all depends...

 

[fondreflections]

I have to agree with those who commented. It really is a personal decision based on so many different factors.
<br />
<br />* FEV1
<br />* weight management
<br />* diabetes
<br />* cultures
<br />* stability
<br />* support system (internal & external)
<br />
<br />Those are just some that come to mind instantly. Also I wanted to raise my child not just have it...I'm not implying you or anyone else with that statment. If I can't be a effective parent to my child than it's not fair to the child or myself.
<br />
<br />Looking back at the past year, I doubt HIGHLY that I'll even be trying to 30. My FEV1 has dropped from 65% to a mere 50%, according to my latest visit this past Monday. I'm quite depressed about everything. I have run out of time...
<br />
<br />There are many CFers on this site that have had children into their 30s and did just fine. It all depends...

 

[Jeana]

Jenny, don't feel that you're out of time. Maybe you should need a break from all the stress of trying. I keep reading about so many people whose FEV1s go up from exercise or treating allergies. Just focus on your health for a while and do something you enjoy. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

 

[Jeana]

Jenny, don't feel that you're out of time. Maybe you should need a break from all the stress of trying. I keep reading about so many people whose FEV1s go up from exercise or treating allergies. Just focus on your health for a while and do something you enjoy. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

 

[Jeana]

Jenny, don't feel that you're out of time. Maybe you should need a break from all the stress of trying. I keep reading about so many people whose FEV1s go up from exercise or treating allergies. Just focus on your health for a while and do something you enjoy. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

 

[Jeana]

Jenny, don't feel that you're out of time. Maybe you should need a break from all the stress of trying. I keep reading about so many people whose FEV1s go up from exercise or treating allergies. Just focus on your health for a while and do something you enjoy. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

 

[Jeana]

Jenny, don't feel that you're out of time. Maybe you should need a break from all the stress of trying. I keep reading about so many people whose FEV1s go up from exercise or treating allergies. Just focus on your health for a while and do something you enjoy. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">