I always thought I had to be a young mom to be a 'real' mom. Like many, I set an internal deadline for myself — 25 was the age I told myself I'd have to be a parent by, or else I’d give up on the dream. Sound familiar? This exact story was echoed recently in a poignant article by Business Insider, where a woman shared how she wanted to be a young mom but ended up having her children at 37 and 40 — and she’s genuinely glad she waited. Read her story here. It’s a testament to the powerful truth that there’s no one right time to become a parent. So, what does it really mean to embrace motherhood later in life, and how can you approach your fertility journey with confidence and hope, no matter your age? Let's dive in.