I'd be willing to bet that she used fertility treatments and there's nothing wrong with that, so I don't know why she'd be afraid to speak up.

wow!!!! 47 expecting twins!!! that is amazing!! My aunt was 45 when she had her last...no fertility treatments.

I'm not the best at math, but if she was 4 months pregnant now, wouldn't she be due in November?

Sarah's note: No, you're right, something's off. She told the NY Post she's due in January, and US Weekly that she's four months along. If she was 16 weeks this week, she'd be due in mid-December. So she's either about 3 1/2 months or giving the wrong due month.

I did not think she was 47 and good for her. Some people think she is obnoxious I think she is "sassy". I hope she has a happy and healthy pregnancy.

Aww very sweet good for her, I know preople who have had gotten pregnant naturally at 45, so it's possible if your still getting your period and fertile. But considering she is having twins, maybe she did use fertility treatments, which is ok too.

COngrats to her. Now, where can I get a shirt like her?

Nancy, if you want women to know that there is hope just tell us the truth. By declining to comment you are commenting. It would give me more hope if she was honest about it.

It sounds as if she did use fertility treatments-- otherwise, why wouldn't she share that? It is unfortunate that she is unwilling to confirm, though, because women out there struggling with fertility would appreciate the acknowledgement of how hard it can be to get pregnant. Fertility really decreases dramatically as we age, and hearing all these stories of celebrities in their 40s getting pregnant gives women the idea that it couldn't be that difficult, and so we wait, only to find that we've waited too long.

Oh my!!! I’m one of those people who does find her to be obnoxious hopefully this will soften her up a bit. I think her passion for her job gives her that hard persona but it can be off putting. Good luck to her and I hope all goes well with her pregnancy.

she cant be 4 months because my due date is jan 6 and i am 12 weeks and 2d so....she has to be 3.5 months

Yea, somebody is definitely mixed up. I'm 10 weeks pregnant and due January 22. Either way, Congrats to her and her husband!! Hope she has an easy pregnancy and healthy babies.

I've noticed that a lot of women fudge their gestational ages, whether they are doing it on purpose, or because they don't know better I have no idea. I've had more than one friend say things like, "I'm seven months along" when really they were only six and just starting their seventh month. I'm sure that's what's going on here!

How very nice for her and her husband. I, too, think that if she did use fertility treatments, she should be open about it, or else, not say anythng about "hope" and such.

On another note, where can we get a shirt like hers???

I totally agree with Robyn's comments.

I think she is sending out a very wrong message to women who think they can delay their childbearing experience to age 47 without *serious* and expensive medical intervention.

I would bet the farm she used donor egg. There is such a slim to none possibility that these children are related to her genetically.

I'm thrilled for her! After hearing about the sadness in her life (her fiance's murder many years ago), I wondered if she would be able to move on and find happiness beyond her work. She seems so dedicated to her job and in finding justice for victims. I think she truly cares about those who have also been affected by sadness and crime. I had no idea she had recently gotten married, so this is very happy news all around!

Congrats to her! I sometimes admire her, and sometimes she annoys me, but one thing is for certain: she's passionate about children. Sometimes I get the impression that when she's interviewing someone she's just looking for a scandal, but I never doubt her sincerity when it comes to cases of missing/murdered/assaulted children. I think those twins will be lucky to have her as a mother.

I did a Google to find out Nancy's age, and apparently she was born in October of 1958 so she is going to be 49 this year.

I know we're all living longer these days, but I cannot imagine myself being 67 years old when my kid graduates high school!

Why should she have to say whether she had fertility treatments of not? Can't she keep a smidge of privacy in her life? It is no one's business but hers and I think it is sad that people get upset when celebrites don't disclose everything. Did you tell everyone what position you were using when you conceived your children? I think it is the same thing as that. If she wants to come out later, then that is fine. It is up to her and she should not be bullied into telling anyone.

principesa- I dont think she owes anyone an answer on whether or not she used fertility treatments or not. It is not ones duty to share information. Many celebrities do, many more do not im sure. It is no one business but her and her husbands.

anyways, i had no clue she was pregnant and i watch her a few times a week! Congrats to her on her growing family, may it be a happy and healthy pregnancy.

Oh wow! I had no idea she was having babies! I am SO EXCITED FOR HER! I absolutely adore Nancy--she fights for those who maybe can't fight for themselves...she just puts it out there and i love that! And I know that I heard she wanted a family so badly so I am so happy for her and her husband...and ITA with Nauisicaa that those babies are lucky to have her as a mother! I cannot wait to see her grow and then to meet those babies! CONGRATS to Nancy and her husband.

And I know there's some big debate about whether or not she used fertility--and while yes it helps others to know that people do use them, maybe Nancy just feels this is a personal decision that she doesn't need to share with anyone...and that's her right, just like it is for people to share that information...the important thing is that she's gotten her wish of having that family and she's got two beautiful, healthy babies coming...and that is what matters. And after what she had to go through losing her fiance all those years ago..she deserves this happiness! CONGRATS to Nancy and David! Can't wait to meet those babies!

I am 16 weeks & due Dec 10. That is 4 months. I don't really care for her attitude but I hope she enjoys her pregnancy & babies.

I love Nancy Grace,and I am thrilled for her-I think she'll be an amazing mother. Congrats Nancy&David!!!!

Congrats to her and her husband, and I wish them all the best with their new babies.

I'm going to guess that she's fudging the due date, like most celebs, so they can give birth with less media attention and stalking?

As far as her conception, of *course* she had fertility treatment. It's no big deal. If someone is going to talk about the miracle of conceiving twins at 47 and wanting to give people hope, it's important to be forthright and just tell people that a little medical assistance is necessary. It's not any less of a wonderful miracle and blessing just because there was medical assistance!

I wonder where she got that shirt? It's so cute.

Wow...I watch her almsot every night, and I didn't notice anything different. I really like her! Congrats to her and the hubby!

Wow! That's great for her! I wish her all the best.

But...I can't be the only one wishing she had gotten pregnant three months earlier. Amy Poehler (from SNL) would have had a BLAST with this!

Morgan, you are right.

She doesn't owe anyone an answer.

However, I find issue with her tossing around words like *hope* to characterize a pregnancy at age 47, as if hope is instrumental in getting pregnant at her age.

Congrats Nancy!

Also, i just read the article People has and when she say's you can tell woman out there that there is hope, she meant about getting married and having a baby at her age. This has been taken out of context.

Sarah's note: It hasn't been taken out of context -- People's article actually puts quotes together that aren't next to each other in the original interview she gave to the NY Post. If you click the NY Post link in the post, it should be clear. She says the happiness thing before, then he asks if she used fertility treatments -- she won't answer, except to say the quote given.

I might be wrong, but I read on People that she is 47, is she 48 or 47?

Sarah's note: Wikipedia states her birthdate as Oct 23rd, 1958. So she'll be 49 this fall.

I adore her and am very excited to see more pregnancy pictures of her. Congrats to her!

Yes, it's her business, but...If you're not going to confirm or deny fertility treatments, why make any comment at all about it?

I think we live in a ridiculous world when people are embarrassed to admit they had fertility help at 47 years old! I know plenty of women in their 20's who have needed assistance.

The stigma is pretty much gone, but will only truly be gone when people stop feeling the need to hide. I don't get what the big deal is --you're still getting a baby at the end of the day, and isn't that the most important thing? I can understand if she doesn't want to admit to donor eggs (because that may be something she wants to share with her kids personally at a later date), but why on Earth is she embarrassed to have had some help getting pregnant at such an advanced maternal age when it's so obvious?

Oh well. I wish her the best and am sure she will enjoy her babies thoroughly...especially since she had to work a little harder to get them than most people.

she looks AMAZING for her age!!!

Congratulations to Nancy and her husband! What a thrill it must be for them to be expecting twins - she seems very happy.
I've always liked her "spunk" and her obvious advocacy for victims and victim's rights.
She's had her own tragedies in life, so I hope her new man and babies bring her lots of joy and happiness.
As for the fertility treatment non-answer: It's a very personal question, so why feel obligated to answer?

Wow, she is the same age as me. I have a 25, 23 and 19-year-old and I can't imagine being pregnant, especially with twins at my age. I have a friend who had a surprise baby a few months short of her 50th birthday and she gets mistaken for her daughter's grandma. Good luck to Nancy and her husband. It is possible fertility treatments weren't used. I have no signs of going through menopause and even though fertility declines enormously as females reach their forties, it is still very possible to conceive naturally and twin pregnancies can be more common in older women.

Love Nancy!! I watch her show and didn't have a clue she was expecting!! haha Congrats Nancy!!

I don't think there's anything wrong with her refusing to say whether she used fertility treatments or not. It's none of our business how she got pregnant.

Maybe Nancy wants to be the FIRST person to tell her children that she is not their biological mother (if donor eggs were used). This is VERY personal business!! Why can't you people understand that a celebrity is still entitled to privacy! Do you tell people who you don't even know personal information about yourself? NO, you do not! So why are you expecting this from Nancy? Not Fair!!! Nancy is just telling older women, "that there is HOPE" in becoming pregnant. In no way was this comment misleading to older women. In 2007, we all know of the MANY ways a woman can become pregnant. I guess Nancy should have presented a video of her conception for some of you NOSY folks to be happy.

Nancy, as a childless woman in my 40's, I am so very happy for you and your husband. Congratulations!

YaY!! For Nancy could not be happier for her. I hope she does well with everything.

That's really nice for her and her husband. Accesshollywood.com has some video of Nancy Grace talking about her pregnancy. Check it out here: http://www.accesshollywood.com/news/ah5880.shtml

Congrats my friend, Best Wishes! To you, hubby & twins.If you ever need a twin-sitter you have one in Virgina.Take Care Friend.
Margie from Virginia
:)

Congratulations to Nancy and her husband! I think it is a personal decision whether or not you tell people about fertility treatment or not. Everyone is entitled to their privacy. I will however tell you all this. My husband and I went through infertility treatment to become pregnant with our daughter 4 years ago. We are now going through the same thing except it is taking longer this time. We don't know if we will be able to conceive again. It really gives me hope when I hear about other women's infertility issues. Infertility is a disease and it effects you emotionally and physically. Anyway, congratulations to Nancy! I hope she has a wonderful pregnancy.

To Nancy and David,
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!

She's probably giving a variety of due dates, so when it actually happens they can enjoy the occasion without a zillion news people and photographers hounding them.

That shirt is cute! Gotta find out where she got it.

I am SO HAPPY for Nancy!! My car bumpersticker has been reading "I'm Guilty of Being a Nancy Grace Fan!" so you can imagine how much I admire and adore her. She is so very deserving of this wonderful news; she would make a great mommy because she is such a tremendously caring woman!! It is so obvious how much she loves children and I am so happy for her!! THOSE TWINS ARE GOING TO BE GORGEOUS!! Christine

I'm not a Mom, but I just HAVE to comment.....

Is/was there REALLY a 'stigma' about fertility treatments? OMG! Are you JOKING me??? WTF stigma could there BE? That's so weird. Man, new Moms have to deal with so much bull...and now you're telling me there's(or was) a friggen STIGMA about how people get pregnant? Who would think negative things about someone's conception?? That's nuts!

Poor ladies, man! Sheesh!

Wow, how bold to get pregnant, no matter what the means, at that age. I can't imagine having the weight on my shoulders of the increased health risks due to age in that case. I hope her children are both healthy.

What difference does it make when her true due date is or if she got pregnant with a little help.. One should be happy for her & wish her a happy, healthy pregnancy with many blessings in store for her future & those of her little ones for she so deserves it after all she has been through... ... So many are denied such a gift so be happy as life is ever so short.....

~Peace & Blessings to all reading this~

~Celtic Dreamer~

Congrats to Nancy! I love her even at times I don't agree.

I'm so happy for Nancy! However, do I remember hearing that she had been living for a long time with a lover in New York City. Is he David Linch (who is reported to be living in Atlanta)? If not, what happened to the NYC boyfriend?

Some people do tell how far along they are differntly than others. They AREN'T fudging on it. My OB considers for instance when you are 14w3d preg, then you are IN your 15 week and you are IN your 4th month of pregnancy....as you have already completed your 3rd month. At 37 weeks you are in your 9th month and so on. I think some pp just tell there EDD in this way. Congrats to Nancy, and why all the concern about how she concieved and how she tells her due date etc...?

I'm thrilled for Nancy!

One thing that confuses me about the news reports is that they say she and David met long ago in college. But news reports say she's 47 (but might actually be 48 according to comments here) and he's 41. If they're six or even years apart (and how cool if they are!) then it seems unlikely they met in college.

I'm curious because I have the blog:

http://WomenMarriedToYoungerMen.blogspot.com

Congrats to Nancy and her husband!!! I had seven miscarraiges and still ended up with two beautiful babies and I didnt use any fertility drugs. If she did, that is her personal choice to keep to herself. And all of you should not put off starting a family just because celebrities do. Do what you want to do because it is your body and life not the celebrities life.

I believe that she is probably saying she is IN her 4th month instead of being 4 months pregnant, because that would be correct.

Congratulations to her.

It seems to me that the reason she is being coy about the conception is not because of the drugs she might have taken, but when it occurred. If she is now 4 month pregnant, then wouldn't that mean that conception occurred in March? And according to the article, she was just married in April. Personally, I couldn't care less if she was married when her children were conceived, but I'm sure she is worried about the judgement of others. Being due in January would help the time frame for her a lot.

The twins give it away. The chance of having a baby at 47 is small. The chance of having twins at 47 is infinitesimally small. I respect her right to privacy, but she should be a bit more honest -- it is unlikely that her situation should really give the average woman hope unless she is willing to undergo aggressive fertility treatments.

Do we know if David Linch is the biological father? Does he have any other children?

To Kresta,
No, it is not "very" possible to conceive at 48. Not at all. It is possible, yes, but so unlikely as to be in the territory of miraculous.

I am in the infertility world, and still trying. Women my age (44) are typically not treated by Reproductive Endocrinologists. The cutoff age at the majority of clinics is 42 years old, unless you are going to do a donor egg procedure (using another woman's eggs). I am going to a doctor who is willing to try with some women my age, and feel very fortunate for that chance I'm being given (with treatment, it's a 5% chance of pregnancy, but a 75% chance of miscarriage at my age).

You are right however, that twin pregnancies can be more common in older women. I won't get into why medically that does occur, but again, it is far far far far from "very" possible. Speaking statistically, it is just over a zero percent chance. (I'm still trying though, but I may move to donor egg finally after my next cycle.)

As for the story of your friend: There are many women who were not fortunate enough to have had the families they dreamed of and longed for at your age. To be reminded that if I do get my miracle, I can look forward to people who will talk about how I look like a grandma, is not something women like me should have to suffer after all we went through to get our family. Please think about erasing those words from your mind and vocabulary.

Grace- I think what Kresta is trying to say is that some women don't go through menopause until they're in their 50s. Barring medical issues, as long as a woman is still menstrauting, she has a chance of getting pregnant. It may not be a very big chance, but it is a chance none the less.
I am pretty sure that, when Kresta said it is very possible Nancy didn't have fertility treatments, she meant that we should give Nancy the benefit of the doubt, as we have no idea whether or not she is post-menopausal.
Also, for all we know, Nancy had some of her eggs frozen when she was younger and used those to get pregnant (if, indeed, she and fertility treatment). Or, maybe her eggs are still of good quality despite her age. We don't know what her situation is, so it isn't really our place to automatically assume that she had fertility treatments and/or that she used donor eggs.

I'm glad for Nancy Grace however she conceived. I just think that women should realize how likely it is that she needed the help of an egg donor so they don't think it's normal to conceive at the age of 47.

Some women have a family member donate eggs so that there are some shared genetics. Also, even if she used outside donor eggs, she grows the babies, she gets to be pg, she delivers them, nurses them, etc. Lucky Nancy! I think she will be a good mom!

Heartfelt congratulations to Nancy and her new husband, David. Nancy, i was so excited and happy to hear about the news while at work, i screamed out loud! you are truly blessed to have the impact your persona puts on people. so i am sure your children will have your gift as well. i dont even know you and am so very happy for you. if you and DAvid and the kids are ever in Rhode Island, i'd be happy to put you all up and show you around and cook you some REAL Italian food! ('Will trade for REAL Southern Fried chicken!)

best of the best to you.

I think it would be more embarassing to have conceived naturally. I know it is almost the norm now to get pregnant out of wedlock but she always makes it clear she has old fashion values so. if she was screwing around, got pregnant, that explains the quick marriage that was "Spur of the moment".

I have 8 month old twins and I am 52 and used fertility treatments including donor egg.

So happy for you too Jane!!!!

"I have 8 month old twins and I am 52 and used fertility treatments including donor egg".
Posted by: jane martin at Jun 28, 2007 11:12:17 PM

I don't remember hearing that she was dating anybody. I was TOTALLY surprised to hear that she was married let alone pregnant. I watch her every show every single night. I'm really happy for her. I too think that she will be a wonderful mother. Congradulations to her and her husband.

PLease respect Nancy's privacy. it does not matter how she became pregnant- just that she will have the family she always hoped for but never thought would be realized. I wish her and her husband a helathy, comfortable, and safe pregnancy and that their children are born healthy.

Yes, you can possibly get pregnant in your late 40s. I did, and lost my baby.

I used to read stories like this and believe that I could conceive a baby with fertility treatments in my late 40s.

It just doesn't happen. You have to use donor eggs. I believe in Nancy's privacy; it's none of our business about how she got pregnant. But it is better to say 'no comment' than to lead women on with comments of 'hope.' Stop perpetuating the myth.

Of course, she could have frozen the embryos at age 40. But if she did, she should say so. Let women know that they have to plan way in advance by freezing the embies early.

Of course she should maintain her privacy and that of her babies. Just don't make inane comments. Remain silent on the issue.

Congrats to Nancy and her husband, David. It's none of our business if she used fertility meds or not. Women out there trying to get pregnant can get all kinds of info from their physicians and do not need to get medical info from cellebrities.

David Linch IS 48 years old...confirmed!

I just wanted to make the comment that there is nothing wrong with her having babies at this age. And if others would do their research they would find out that your chances of having multiples increase by two times once you hit 40. So it is clearly possible to have gotten pregnant with twins without fertility help.
Lindsay

Wow what good news. She is a joy to watch. I always try to catch her show everynight. She looks so radiant these past couple of weeks. Now I know why. Good luck Nancy.

I agree with Jessica: women should get fertility information from their doctors. They don't need to be getting it from celebrities.

Fine, celebrities have the right to medical privacy. The media, however, could be much more responsible in their reporting on celebrity women in their 40s who are pregnant. All the reporter needs to do is add a sentence that says, "While Grace has not indicated whether she used fertility treatments or donor eggs, the odds of a woman of her age getting pregnant naturally with her own eggs are slim."

Far too many people pick up the message from these stories that conceiving in your 40s is no big deal, but for most women, it's a difficult and complicated venture.

About Nancy Grace and her due date. Perhaps she got pregnant out of wedlock and is now trying to fudge numbers to make it match with her wedding month. Oops!!

The possibility of getting pregnant naturally at 48 is next to impossible.

The possibility of having a miscarriage at 48 if you get pregnant with old eggs is very very high.

But the most heart breaking of all possibilities at 48 is carring a baby full term only to discover your child is born with severe medical and/or mental problems because of your VERY OLD EGGS.

I wish Nancy the best and hope she used doner eggs from a 21 year old.

I think it's crazy that people are concerned with how she got pregnant! Why the "need to know?" She declined to comment because she simply didn't feel the need to answer the question. She encourages other women to remain hopeful, which is always a wonderful message.
I'm happy for you, Nancy! I love to watch your show, and I love the way you are relentless in grilling people when they draw false conclusions. You go girl!!

To those that don't like her, just change the channel. There's no need to blast her. That's just showing your ignorance.

Lots of women get pregnant the natural way in their 40s. Its not true that "all" women over 40 have to use donor eggs.

Whether or not Nancy used donor eggs is her own business. How her children were conceived is personal, and its between he and her family - no one else. I'm appalled that people think she is obligated to discuss any medical procedures she may have had. People, get real. Its none of your business.
I'm also dismayed at the negative remarks that have been directed at this woman and her two beautiful babies. These people should be ashamed of themselves.

Best of luck to Nancy Grace. You keep going after justice and good luck with your new family. Robin from Virginia

Congradulations.... To Nancy and husband. I watch your show all the time and think you're wonderful. Best of luck...

I'm pleased Nancy Grace is having a baby/babies. I enjoy her show and her tenacity when she goes after someone. Who cares about the exact month of the birth, whether she took fertility pills, etc. - just wish her well. And, as a grandma of 8 I'd be happy to take care of her children if she ever needed someone while she vacations, or whatever.

I hate to miss Nancy Grace. I've always wanted to to fine someone and be happy. She deserves it.Those babies have a beautiful mother inside & out. If I'm ever in trouble I hope shewill represent me. Love you, Nancy and CONGRATS!!!! to you and David and the babies.

Nancy I have been watxching you for months, and I am so happy yu are expecting. Best Luck

I think it is totally cool that Nancy is expecting. Who cares if natural or fertility. Who cares? Important that she is having twins and she will be the best mother. Also, I never thought she was in her 40's. Thought she was about 35. She looks great!