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How to have autonomy in old age without children? Expert explains


Childless couples need to plan ahead to live their senior years with more security and independence




Childless couples should plan for independence in old age

For a long time, motherhood has been present in the lives of most women, but today, with the search for independence and financial stability, many of them are postponing this desire or even choosing not to have children.

According to a survey published by Datasus, the number of women who were mothers after 40 years in Brazil increased by about 49% over the past two decades. However, in some cases, age can be a deterrent to pregnancy.

Actress Jennifer Aniston, 53, for example, recently spoke about the desire to become a mother and unsuccessful attempts to get pregnant. In an interview with Allure magazine, the “Friends” star revealed how painful this process has been and how cruel the media pressure has been in relation to her motherhood.

Quality of life specialist for the elderly, Márcia Sena, reports that some couples decide not to have children because of the impossibility and others simply because they don’t want to. However, there is still a certain social imposition on which people have to have children ensure protection in old age🇧🇷

“It is necessary to demystify that only couples who have had children will have support in old age, since it is possible to go through old age with autonomy and quality, whether or not you have children,” he says.

The expert also explains that with the increase in life expectancy, people are living much longer than in past generations. Therefore, it is essential make plans for the elderlyespecially those who cannot count on family support.

In this sense, the professional highlights some advice that can help childless women to plan to grow old with more quality and autonomy. Look down:

plan yourself financially

Having financial planning is important for safe aging, and this applies to both those with children and those without. To do this, start organizing your personal finances as early as possible: create a financial buffer or have an investment portfolio.

make healthy plans

Healthcare from an early age is important to achieve good longevity and autonomy. Therefore, it is essential to have a routine of healthy habits which includes a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Plan your support network

The construction of a support network it’s important in old age, but that doesn’t necessarily reflect on children, you see? Even family members, neighbors and friends can join it to strengthen social ties and help in emergencies.

Look for companies that specialize in seniors

Despite efforts to ensure increasingly active longevity, most older people experience some sort of frailty at this stage. With this, it’s worth starting to look for companies that specialize in Support🇧🇷 prevention And treatment in old age.

Source: Márcia Sena, quality of life specialist for seniors and founder and CEO of Senior Concierge.

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