Comments on: 60-Year-Old Woman Gives Birth To Twins

N.J. Psychologist Says She Wants Women To Feel Empowered To Pursue Goals Despite Age

[Netterz]

Personally I would not want to be having children at 60, 20 years from now, I plan on being someplace warm, enjoying the freedom of having grown children, who are starting there own families, where I can go visit, and leave, and go back to enjoying, what I always believed were the golden years. As for the chldren being left parentless, that happens every day, caused by numerous occurences, tragic car accidents, or just simply because they dont want to be parents, and leave there child in a toilet,(which I read on another site today)if thats what this couple of 38 wanted, its there right, same right that gives us the freedom to discuss our opinions about it. As far as collecting there benefits, they have paid into them, for many years, and I would rather see it go to any one who has PAID in, than some one who is here illegally getting it.

[contentbelle]

In the bible many of the great prophets were born to older mothers. I think its cool. These women are having babies when they want.

My grandfather was 70 when my grandmother gave birth to my uncle, she was in her late 30's. They raised all their children and knew all their grandchildren.

My mother gave birth to me at 40 years old. I don't know what the big deal is, my mother is 85 and very active. I say you go girls!

Age is just a number! Simply Amazing. 60 is the new 40.

Congratulations!

[checkfacts]

On population explosion....that is an outdated fear. We are reaching the possible end of the antibiotic age. We have more and more resistant strains of viruses and less drugs to treat them with. We have the threat of SARS. We have scientists experimenting with chimeras which are a clone of man and beast. They theorize that viruses in animals will jump to the human species. Over 1/4 of all couples are infertile. Over half of UCBerkeley students are positive for human papilloma virus. With Iran going nuclear, we have the real threat of nuclear war from rogue states. The bees are dying and not pollinating. Meanwhile killer bees are advancing into the United States. Now let's throw in the fact that many young people are not getting married or getting married later or not having children. Still worried about overpopulation?

What offends about this couple is in vitro babies have been shown to have more developmental problems and as well, very small infants can have long term medical problems. Certainly it is a hope that all goes well. But presumption isn't a good way to lead your life or direct the lives of others.

[angelachevy]

Look who's talking: Williamfold is a dumb name - Since you don't like the US, go post your unwanted opinions on your OWN country's website.

[williamfold]

just more proof that the US should be renamed "Dumbville".

[randalds]

As long as I'm not the father (and I'm not dear...if you read this...honey...I'm really not the father...really) then hey, more power to her.

[phoenix1218]

I agree with AngelaChevy....Mormonman1, even bringing the subject of goats up shows us where YOUR mind is. How DISGUSTING!!!

[angelachevy]

Phoenix1218, yes there is a chance they could go into foster care but there's a chance they could not. There could be other family members that we aren't aware of. The parents could live to be 100 and no one will have to worry about a thing, or they could die tomorrow and the entire country could help the kids out. No guarantees about anything in life. Mormonman1....what the heck are you bringing in goats to this subject for? You are too weird! Just continue to give your 20% to the Mormon church and don't worry about others.

[phoenix1218]

we don't have to raise those children, they do, so just be happy for them and be glad it's not you :). Posted by angelachevy

True enough, You nor I have to raise them. This womans older daughter is not happy about the twins, nor is she any blood relation to the twins, so who is to say that these twins will have a family to go to IF the parents die before they reach adulthood. There stands a very good chance that they will go into foster care and become a burden onto the people of New Jersey.

[angelachevy]

Phoenix1218,
I am very sorry for your loss last year. No one should have to go through that and I'm sorry if I upset you in anyway (or anyone else) by my opinions. I just feel that EVERY SINGLE child born is a BLESSING and people should not think others are bad just because they want to have a child at an older age. Yes, it 'could' be unfair to the child if the parents die before they are adults. But, there is no guarantee that they will or will not. My mother is 70 and very healthy and active. She watches my two year old son all day while I'm working and still has the energy for him. I don't see her slowing down anytime soon. The average 60 year old may not be able to keep up with a toddler but everyone is different. Since this woman says she feels 40, she probably does but that doesn't mean she should consider giving up social security as that other person stated. Just because you and I may not want a child at 50 or 60 doesn't mean another person should not have one. It's their business...we don't have to raise those children, they do, so just be happy for them and be glad it's not you :).

[itwasntme000]

Over population is the number one problem on the planet. Now that the natural balance of nature is thrown off by all of this brave new world meddling, the problem will only get worse.
Posted by MizQue

Over population is not the number one problem on this planet. Think again.

I just have one question for Mrs. Birnbaum. Since, according to you, we are living longer and redefining age, are you willing to give up any social security benefits? I mean, if 60 is the new 40, are you willing to hold off on benefits for another 20 years? Doubt it.
Posted by rohink at 01:57 PM : May 24, 2007

According to you rohink the number one problem in the WORLD is social security!!!!!!! lmao haha to funny !!!!! I could have been blunt with it from the start like this!!!! maybe it is clear to you what i was saying.
dnot eevn get srtaed wtih seplilng msiktes man. teh olny lteers (ok i am sick of doing that) that matter in spelling a word are the first and the last letter. That is all that is needed for you to understand *** i am saying. Want me to pick apart your sentences to??? (i don't want to because I have other ways to attack a person and I don't have to resort to spelling)

[phoenix1218]

wealth is not the issue - i don't give a d@mn about how much money this couple has - "these children will not need for anything" - except LOVE of both parents who might not be around to see them graduate from high school. the old cliche money doesn't buy happiness still holds ture. Posted by jetlizhan

GOOD POINT

[rohink-2009]

umm think again rohink
So in your fantasy little world the United States is the whole world???? We are a small portion of the world geneous.

I really could care less but if you need to go to a hospital for someone to use a turkey baster to get you pregnant you should'nt be having kids. be it you are 80 years old or 15 years old... Listen to your body, sometimes it helps you stop doing something that is &^%&^%^in *&^$^%$(^&....
Posted by itwasntme000


itwasntme000, what are you rambling about? By the way, you spelled genius wrong.

[jetlizhan]

superchez1

wealth is not the issue - i don't give a d@mn about how much money this couple has - 'these children will not need for anything' - except LOVE of both parents who might not be around to see them graduate from high school. the old cliche money doesn't buy happiness still holds ture.

[phoenix1218]

angelachevy,
You are ONLY 37, there is NOTHING wrong with having a baby at that age. I didn't realize you were THAT young. And I am glad you had a successful pregnancy. Personally, I do not agree with IVF at ANY age because there are so many children in this country that need a home, but I wouldn't tell you that, unless of course you asked...other than that I would be supportive.I I don't see anything wrong with having a child up to the age of 45. It just is not fair to the child for the parent to be so old and not be able to play with them like 'normal' aged parents can. that is not to say that all younger parents are perfect. I know grandparents who are raising their grandkids and are doing ok., but they are just doing ok. The kid still misses out on activities they should normally get.

[phoenix1218]

itwasntme000, You obviously have not been following this little diatribe netween me and Angela because SHE is the one who first brought up GOD, not me, although since (and I DO SO hate to sound juvenile here, but I can't put what I am about to say any other way, so I apoligize)...Since she started it, the talk about GOD, I am not going to sit by and let her just tout GOD when she has nothing to back it up.

[angelachevy]

The babies are healthy and she beat the odds! Good for her! What the heck does social security have anything to do with the way she feels at her age?! Why can't you people just be happy for her, and if you can't just shut up already with the negative discouraging comments!?! Until you've been there yourself as I have don't be so quick to judge! I had a successful IUI and healthy baby boy at 35 1/2 with no complications, (will be 38 in Aug) BUT just went through one year of unsuccessful IVFs......obviously my 2nd one was not meant to be, so it's really nice to hear of successful ones! For those of you who can provide a good home for children it doesn't matter how old you are. Ignore the negative comments and go for it!

[itwasntme000]

Angela Chevy,
People have the freedom of choice given to them by GOD. These people chose to exercise that right. Going by your statement nothing would happen without GOD allowing it, which is not true. GOD does not allow the drug dealers to deal to young kids. GOD does not allow an irate husband to beat his kids. GOD does not allow people to kill people. GOD does not allow IVF to work. That is medical science and these people chose to use medical science to get pregnant.
Posted by Phoenix1218 at 02:48 PM : May 24, 2007

It depends on which magical "god" you believe to exist. But the fact of the matter is that no matter what you believe over half of the world believes otherwise. Oh but i forgot only your magical god you have been brainwashed to believe is the right one. sorry my bust how dumb could i have been. You do realize in the future we will look back and laugh at people like you and your god like we look at the greeks and their greek gods. Please people lets move out of the dark ages already this is getting annoying...

[phoenix1218]

I really could care less but if you need to go to a hospital for someone to use a turkey baster to get you pregnant you should'nt be having kids. be it you are 80 years old or 15 years old... Listen to your body, sometimes it helps you stop doing something that is &^%&^%^in *&^$^%$(^&.... Posted by itwasntme000

I COULD NOT AGREE WITH YOU MORE. If you cannot have kids the 'natural' way then you shouldn't be having kids because GOD is trying to tell you something (ANGELACHEVY, you get it now?)
AngelaChevy you say "It doesn't matter how young or old you are to bear a child." Does that mean you think it is okay for a 12 year old to get pregnant? Because that is just plain wrong at that age.

[phoenix1218]

AngelaChevy,
You misunderstood what I said which is quite simple really. This is what I said in response to something you said "People have the freedom of choice given to them by GOD. These people chose to exercise that right. Going by your statement nothing would happen without GOD allowing it, which is not true. GOD does not allow the drug dealers to deal to young kids. GOD does not allow an irate husband to beat his kids. GOD does not allow people to kill people. GOD does not allow IVF to work. That is medical science and these people chose to use medical science to get pregnant." I most certainly was NOT comparing this woman to someone who deals drugs. You said GOD chose to let the IVF work and I disagree saying GOD gave her free choice just as he gave it to you and me AND the drug dealers. I said that GOD does not allow drug dealers to deal to little kids, meaning that they have the free choice to deal to the kids. Don't twist words.