A 50-year-old Donetsk woman gave birth to her second child, a son called Arseniy, eight years ago. Tatiana reflected on her unplanned pregnancy and related how she first couldn’t believe she was pregnant—she thought her expanding tummy was a tumor—until a visit to the doctor confirmed she was 22 weeks along. Tatiana welcomed the pregnancy miracle despite her advanced age, but her oldest daughter responded angrily at first, threatening to break off contact if Tatiana went through with the delivery.
Tatiana and her husband were unfazed by the doubts expressed by friends and relatives and decided to embrace their new baby.
Tatiana’s oldest daughter finally softened her position, welcoming her new sister and lending her full support.
Tatiana is unfazed by the strange looks and misguided beliefs about her connection with Arseniy since she understands how unique her circumstances are. Tatiana, who was raised in a different generation, is happy to be a mother again and treasures her relationship with her son.
Tatiana’s narrative makes one think about age and responsibility while acknowledging the pleasures and difficulties of becoming a late mother.
At fifty, would you think of doing a similar trip?
