I must add to our story....
I read about we should think about the children....
Our children in my case are miracle babies. I lost my 2 pregnancies at 26.5 weeks my daughter (1994) and 21 weeks my son(2000). My daughter dies 4 days after she was born. My son soon after birth. i thought I would never have children. We divorced a couple of years after my son's death. I met my now husband about 4 years after my divorce. He was told about 20 years earlier he could no longer help conceive children. He and his 2nd wife did the tests and he couldn't. To our surprise 2 years after we met I was pregnant. Then when our daughter was 7 months we found out we were expecting again. Yes, there were comments even from some family members, but it was another little miracle. Soon after his birth they got over it and welcomes the new family member. BTW..I did get my tubes tied after our son's birth. Too many little surprises all of a sudden :).

I always whisper to our children what little miracles they are and how happy we are to be their parents. I will always tell them that. I hope that when they are older and maybe bullied about our age (i'm no spring chicken either) that they will always remember what they mean to us and how much we've cared for them. There will always be bullies and those are the children and people that did not receive the love they deserved. My children have the love and support of a very extended family. They are and will always be lucky in love.

Well said wayitwas!

My husband is 65 and I'm 34. We have 2 beautiful healthy babes under 21 months. Our daughter 20 months and aour son 4 months. He is very prourd to be a dad again and is not embarrased to mildly and kindly at times correct people when they say " what beautiful grandkids". Our daughter is a female version of him so some people figure she is his daughter and she is Daddy's lil girl. He has 4 bio children from his 1st marriage ranginf in ages 43-32 and a step daughter 26 from his 2nd marriage. He is in constant communication with all of them and his grand kids. His grand kids love their new aunt and uncle and even baby sit at times. He is a very dedicated husband and stay at home dad. Do we talk about how long he will be around, at times. I also mention that Death does not descriminate. Death comes to any age parents at any time. He is pretty healthy and very active, I have a feelling he will be around for a long time, God willing. Believe it or not, he runs around in the yard and park with our very active daughter. I guess his grandkids kept him in shape all these years. Eldest grandchild now 22 and youngest 7 months. We do get looks and so does he. He doesn't care about the looks, he loves us and that's all that matters to him. We didn't plan the pregnancies and they are 2 wonderful blessings from God. He says " I wasn't expecting them, but God must know what he is doing. I got the time I didn't with my oldest, I may not have the stamina I did back then, but I sure have the love and time. They keep me young. I needed that."

BTW...Betty..my husband is also older than my parents also. They don't mind as long as he treats me well. That's another can of worms, but they sure do get laughs out of it!

well said wayitwas
BTW i'm 47 and my wife is 36 we have been togther for 15 years and she is due a baby is 2 months.
We are thrilled, chufffed, delighted!!!!
what is all the fuss about ?
Take the last 2 British prime ministers for example, Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, both had children latter in life (and Obama). No one even mentioned their age, it wasn't a news issue REALLY!. It is pretty common actually and frankly it is nothing to do with anyone else. As for Silly and BETTY C get over it. It is your attitudes which are an embarresment.

yea, on the reverse, My mother married at age36 to a man about 13 yrs younger, had 3 children between ages 39.5 and 45. was told how dumb she was and she would never see her grandchildren. to make a long story short, Dad died at the age of 67. (He was a great Dad) Mom is 81 and still going strong. She has lived to see 13 grandchildren. Rangeing in ages from 18 to 18 mo. Point is parenting is full of suprises and so is life, so live it, love it and don't listen to what everybody thinks! wish all fathers old and young the best!

With all the PC floating around today, I'm a bit surprised at anyone with a negative on this issue. Yes, older dads, in all probability, will die far sooner in their child's life yet, the assumed maturity and focus of an older dad would compensate for less years together. Is it not the relationship of the parenting couple that chooses the time for raising children...at ANY age? So, quickly, all those who wish to get a "shot" in, write something critical before "ageism" becomes off limits!

Welllll......... having a grandchild/children, or even great grand children is very much expected of a 59 or 66 year old man.
But, a CHLID UNDER the AGE OF 10!!!!
You guys should be ashamed!!!!

I WAS A VERY YOUNG MOM WITH NO KNOWLEDGE OF PARENTING SKILLS. MY FOUR CHILDREN ARE ALL ADULTS NOW AND I AM BLESSED WITH GRANDCHILDREN. HAVING SEEN A LOT OF LIFE; I NOW FEEL QUALIFIED TO COMMENT ON THIS MATTER. THERE IS AN AGE THAT IS BEST FOR ALL CONCERNED TO EXPERIENCE THE WONDER OF PARENTHOOD. THERE ARE ALWAYS EXCEPTIONS, BUT NOT IN THE EXTREME EITHER WAY. NEITHER TOO YOUNG OR TOO OLD IS RIGHT FOR THE CHILD. IF THIS IS DONE IN THE RIGHT WAY, IT SHOULD BE ABOUT THE CHILD. TWO OF MY GRANDCHILDREN ARE STUCK WITH A FATHER WHO IS OLDER THAN ME. IT IS NOT A GOOD THING. HE IS TOO OLD TO PERTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES, HE IS MISTAKEN AS THE GRANDFATHER TO THE EMBARRESMENT OF THE CHILDREN, HE INSIST ON MAKING SURE ALL KNOW HE IS THE "FATHER". MY GRANDCHILDREN ARE FORCED TO DEAL WITH THIS AND HE IS IGNORANT TO THE DAMAGE CAUSED BY HIS BEING SO OLD. AS THE SAYING GOES, THERE IS A TIME FOR ALL THINGS AND THE TIME TO PARENT IS NOT AT THE AGE "NORMAL" IS BEING A GRANDPARENT.

One question that crosses my mind when I have read these blogs is:Does it make such a difference to everyone that we need to cut others down for their lifestyles? I feel that whatever is right for the individuals is their concern. Children are very resilient and cope with a lot. I don't think a parent that is older is such an issue. There are many more issues that should raise concern such as drugs and alcohol abuse. An older parent has a lot to offer. Don't judge unless you have the facts and even then why would you??

Las Vegas has a dad who is famous, everyone knows his name. His wife and he had a baby by surgate. He was 60 + at time. I quess with all of his money he can have round the clock nannies. Or he can always sing a lullaby

These men are all financially able to take care of their children but most had children from previous marriages and relationships. What about their older kids who are the age of the new woman. They all had starter wives, what about the other kids?

Men can reproduce until the day they die! Unlike women that have biological clocks that run out. And there is a reason for menopause....... the combination of menopause and post partum depression could be deadly for ones family! So not a good idea! And...kids get tired of being asked why their grandparents come to school when it is not grandparents day? Think of the children for GODS sake!

I also feel that they are not by any means “Heros”. Nevertheless, there is no reason for Silly to attempt to demean these men by calling them old geezers. I would expect that if you are a female, you are over forty-years in age, and if you are a male you are under forty-years in age.

There should never be any age limits set for mating on either sex, male or female. Leave up to the individual to decide, and let us not intervene as parents or non-relatives.

Lecherious old fools and gillible, naive or cunning opportunictic young women. However, it's probably a win win for both parties.

All of the older dads have one thing in common: they are financially secure and that makes a huge difference compared to older men who are not. They know that if they pass, their children will be taken care of financially which is a huge piece of mind for them.

Whose business is it anyway?

heroes, don't make me laugh? dirty old men, marry women old enough to be there daughters. that rape

Hey Silly, Older dads are good because they are the way that the human lifespan is increased. Men who father children at an advanced age are presumably in better that average health as a group. Older fathers pass on their health and longevity genes. Women can't pass on longevity, no sense being angry at nature on that account.

As an older dad, I have more knowledge and experience to pass on to my wonderful son, who is the light of my life.

In my male line there has been a number of older fathers. My father was born in 1931, my grandfather was born in 1888, my great grandfather in 1838. I am 52 and sometimes practice with my 11-year old's baseball team when they are short an outfielder. I used to work out with his wrestling team as well. OK, so I AM sore the next day when I do that.

I would never claim to be a hero, just a good father who realizes that being a father is my most important job. And I work at it and love it. I don't have the energy level I did when in my 20's but then many of the guys who were fathers at that age ran out on their families or had substance abuse problems. I am more settled and totally devoted to my son and his mother. Sometimes I gaze at them while they sleep and smile because I know how lucky I am.

I think there is nothing wrong with having a baby at that age. I agree with Paul. Why have a baby when the time is nor right.

Let's also note that these older dads can afford to have a nanny run after their tikes should their knees not be up for the challenge.

Who knows, maybe it's true love. Or maybe they are old men looking for their youth and finding young women who are looking for a daddy figure. I agree they aren't "heroes" in that sense, just in the sense that older men can and do have babies sometimes because it's finally right for them.

Dennis Quaid is 55.

And none of these men are heroes. They're old geezers hitting on women who could be their daughters.