Megan Is 38 Years Old and Her Older Sister, Wanda

Megan is 38 years old and her older sister, Wanda, is 42 years old. Both are interested in starting a family but wonder whether their age presents any risks. What is their physician most likely to say?

A) Women should avoid pregnancy after age 35 because of the high risk of problems.
B) Women in their late 30s and early 40s rarely have fertility problems.
C) Women in their late 30s and early 40s may have a decline in the quality and quantity of their ova.
D) Women who participate in good health practices can remain as fertile as those in their 20s.