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Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics
Published in: Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics 2/2020

01-02-2020 | Fertility | Opinion Paper

Is it time to establish age restrictions in ART?

Authors: Julianne E Zweifel, Julia T Woodward, Robert W Rebar, Mark V Sauer

Published in: Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics | Issue 2/2020

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Abstract

Providers specializing in reproductive medicine are treating increasing numbers of women pursuing parenthood in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. The rise in later-life parenting can be linked to factors ranging from the advent of assisted reproductive technologies and donor oocytes to the highly publicized pregnancies of older celebrities. We explore the medical and psychosocial implications of this trend for both older parents and their children. We also discuss ethical arguments regarding older parents’ access to fertility care, existing professional guidelines, and both public and provider opinions about setting age limits for fertility treatment. Finally, we share preliminary considerations of whether age policies should be established, applied to men as well as women, and standardized or considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Metadata
Title
Is it time to establish age restrictions in ART?
Authors
Julianne E Zweifel
Julia T Woodward
Robert W Rebar
Mark V Sauer
Publication date
01-02-2020
Publisher
Springer US
Keyword
Fertility
Published in
Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics / Issue 2/2020
Print ISSN: 1058-0468
Electronic ISSN: 1573-7330
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10815-019-01649-w

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