If a woman is in good health , she can conceive and give birth into her 50s . Although it 's rare for anyone older than 55 to get the go-ahead for IVF , that guideline is peer-enforced rather than mandated , and decisions typically are made on a case-by-case basis . Most fertility centers stop treating after 55 , but there are n't any laws to enforce this . Doctors say tougher regulations would hinder their ability to treat patients . Comment:
If a woman is in good health , she can conceive and give birth into her 50s . Most fertility centers stop treating after 55 , but there are n't any laws to enforce this . Doctors say tougher regulations would hinder their ability to treat patients . Comment: