Women in Taiwan are having their first child later than ever.
According to the Ministry of the Interior, the average age for first-time mothers has risen to over 31.6, up more than four years in two decades.
More than 30 percent of all newborns now come from mothers 35 and older, as delayed marriage and changing lifestyles make late parenthood increasingly common.
Health officials warn that freezing eggs does not eliminate the medical risks of older pregnancies.
Fertility and IVF success rates drop quickly after 36, and by 44, live-birth rates fall to around 5 percent.
Older mothers face higher chances of miscarriage, preterm birth, and pregnancy complications.
Men also see declining sperm quality after 40, raising genetic risks.
Authorities say couples should seek medical help if they're unable to conceive after one year.
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