A woman from Jilin Province became a mother at 63 years old after losing her 35-year-old son to cancer, according to Need To Know.

The woman said she would never have considered this option if her deceased son had managed to start his own family. Since he left no descendants, the woman decided to seek help from a reproductive medicine clinic.

The medical staff and family initially objected, citing the patient's age and the risks associated with pregnancy. Nevertheless, the woman insisted on the procedure. The IVF was successful, and nine months later, a healthy baby girl was born. The doctors who delivered the baby noted that the mother's health was better than expected.

Taking into account the woman's age and possible life circumstances, she settled the child's custody issue in advance: her nephew agreed to officially adopt the girl and take care of her if necessary.

The story has received widespread attention on Chinese social media. Opinions are divided: some commentators see it as an act of selfishness, while others see it as a sign of maternal dedication. The woman herself described her decision as a personal choice, driven by her desire to raise a child again.