The number of women over 40 becoming pregnant is at a record level, according to a UK report. 

Julie Bentley, chief executive officer of the FPA, formerly known as the Family Planning Association, said, "Every woman has to make her own decision about the right time to have a baby.

"As long as women are aware that their fertility naturally declines over the age of 35, and that it will probably take a bit longer to get pregnant, late motherhood is a valid choice.

"These figures illustrate that the traditional approach of 'get married young and have children' isn't the reality for many [British] women.

"Improved education and career opportunities, different lifestyle choices and expectations mean their lives may take a different path."

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