How Old is Too Old to Become a Mother?
July 16, 2009
Dr. Jamie Grifo appeared in a Today Show segment, World's Oldest New Mom Dies at 69, to comment on how old is too old to become a mother. The question is being raised after the death of Maria Del Carmen Bousada who, at age 66, underwent IVF treatment, had twins and has subsequently died at the age of 69.
Today Show Video: World's Oldest New Mom Dies at 69
Also in response to the death of Maria Del Carmen Bousada, Dr. Nicole Noyes appeared on the Dr. Nancy show to discuss how fertility clinics handle age when it comes to their patients. She spoke with Dr. Nancy Snyderman in a segment titled, How Old is Too Old?