Maju Coutinho announces pregnancy at age 48

Journalist Maju Coutinho has announced she is expecting her first child, a boy named Malik, with her husband, visual artist Agostinho Paulo Moura. The couple, who have been together for over 20 years and married since 2009, have maintained a private personal life.

Coutinho’s pregnancy at age 48 has sparked discussions regarding reproductive planning and the medical considerations for maternity in later stages of life. Medical experts note that pregnancies after age 35 are considered late pregnancies, as egg quantity and quality typically decline, making specialized medical monitoring essential.