Studies suggest that giving birth between the ages of ________ and ________ results in the least health risk to a woman and her child.
A) 16; 28
B) 18; 35
C) 20; 38
D) 20; 40

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The age range of 18-35 years is generally considered to be the safest for both mother and child. Women in this age range have a lower risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, and birth defects, and they also tend to have fewer pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. Women who give birth after the age of 35 have a higher risk of complications such as preterm birth, low birth weight, and chromosomal abnormalities in their babies. On the other hand, women who give birth before the age of 18 are more likely to experience pregnancy and childbirth complications, as their bodies may not be fully developed to handle the stresses of pregnancy and childbirth.

Studies Suggest That Giving Birth Between the Ages of ________