Motherhood After 40: Monique Pinkney on IVF, Late-Life Pregnancy & Raising Young Children in Midlife (Rerun)

SUMMER RERUN SERIES 2026

This week, as Mature Allure continues its summer rerun series, we're revisiting an inspiring conversation with Monique Pinkney, founder of Grown Mama, former model, commercial actress, and proud mom who embraced motherhood later in life.

Monique became a first-time mother at 44 and welcomed her second son at 47. In this candid discussion, she shares her journey through IVF, navigating a late-life pregnancy, and the realities of raising young children in midlife, aging parents, and personal wellness.

If you've ever wondered whether motherhood after 40 is possible—or if life hasn't followed the timeline you imagined—this episode offers hope, encouragement, and practical insights.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

✔️ Navigating motherhood after 40

✔️ IVF and fertility treatment experiences

✔️ Why it's important to advocate for yourself in healthcare

✔️ The realities of parenting young children in your 40s and 50s

✔️ Balancing motherhood, self-care, and aging parents

✔️ The importance of community and support systems

✔️ Breaking stereotypes around "geriatric pregnancy"