Unlike women, ageing affects men more gradually. A woman’s chance of conception declines rapidly after the age of 35 and then even more so after the age of 40. As for men, they can be fertile in their 50s and beyond. However, as men grow older, the chance of sperm abnormality does increase. Even though to a lesser extent than a woman, a man’s age and fertility are still closely related.
Fertility Facts
- It is possible for a man to produce sperm throughout his lifetime.
- A woman stops producing eggs around 50 years of age at menopause.
- Men under 35 have much better success rates in having children.
- The older the man is, the longer it takes to get his partner pregnant.
- The sperm and semen quality decline as a man gets older.
- The risk of genetic abnormalities increases as the age of both parents increase.
Things Older Men Can Do To Increase Fertility?
- Chinese herbal tonics improve overall well-being.
- Healthy diet with fresh protein, fruits and vegetables. Check out our Blog on Top Foods To Increase Fertility.
- Maintain healthy weight
- Exercise appropriately
- Reduce environmental pollutants
- Reduce radiation
- Reduce coffee, alcohol and medication that impair reproductive functions
- Stop cigarette smoking and drugs
- Check our Blog on 7 Ways Of Boosting Fertility
When To Seek Help?
- If you and your partner are under 35 years of age and have not been able to conceive after 12 months of unprotected sex.
- If you and your partner are over 35 years of age and have not been able to conceive after 6 months of unprotected sex.
- If you or your partner is beyond 40 years of age and you have been trying to conceive for 3 months.
You Might Be Also Interested In
- A Woman’s Age and Fertility
- 7 Tips for Male Fertility
- Causes of Male Infertility
- Top foods to increase fertility
- The benefit of acupuncture for fertility
- Getting pregnant over 35
What tests should we do to check our fertility? Find out in our next Blog. Feel free to leave a comment or contact us on 0404 017 477 Roseville NSW, Australia.
The Author 
Jaime Kerr is a registered acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner with over 18 years of experience. Her interest is in fertility/pregnancy support and pain management. Her gentle approach towards healing using acupuncture and Chinese medicine makes you feel safe and empowered. To contact her please call 0404 017 477 Roseville, NSW, Australia.
