Benefits of Being an Older Mom

1 You Know What Parenting Styles Work

You've seen your mom friends test countless parenting styles and, as a result, have figured out the pros and cons of each one.

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2 It Proves You Have an Awesome Body

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As women age, they have a harder time conceiving. Take some time to praise your body for doing what some would say is impossible.

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3 Your Finances Are Secure

Now that you no longer have a mortgage to pay off, you can start saving for your child's college tuition. You can also afford a babysitter for those much-needed date nights.

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4 As Is Your Relationship

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Because you and your partner didn't rush from marriage to baby carriage, you had time to work out any potential problems that may arise when a child comes along.

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5 It Won't Throw a Wrench in Your Career

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Having climbed the corporate ladder, you can afford to go on maternity leave without worrying about the state of your job when you come back.

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6 You're in Good Company

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You may be surrounded by younger moms on the playground, but 11 percent of first-time mothers are 35 years old or older.

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7 Like Halle Berry

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The actress gave birth to her first child, Nahla, at the age of 42.

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8 Or Rachel Zoe

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The stylist became pregnant for the first time at the age of 40.

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9 And Celine Dion

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Although the singer was relatively young when she had her first child, she became pregnant with twins when she was 42 years old.

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10 You Get a Little More Respect

Not just from your children, but from the other adults in their life.

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11 You Can Focus on the Kids

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Since everything else in your life is settled — money, work, and relationships — you can put all your energy into being the world's best mom.

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12 You Have More Wise Words to Share

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All those extra years without children gave you extra experiences — good and bad — to tell your tots about.

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13 You Don't Miss Out Socially

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You're so drained from partying throughout your 20s that you don't mind staying in with the kids on a weekend.

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14 The Kids Keep You Young

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Watching TV with your toddler or taking your tween to the mall keeps you up to date on all the latest trends.

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15 You'll Be the Best Grandma

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By the time your little ones start their own family, you'll be able to retire and spend all your free time with the grandchildren.

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