Motherhood after 40 has several well-known names as its protagonists in 2026. Some have already welcomed their babies, while others are still eagerly awaiting the arrival of their little ones.
Cameron Diaz, at 53, became a mother for the third time; Sienna Miller, 44, welcomed her third child; Aubrey Plaza, 42, became a mother for the first time; and Jennifer Meyer, at 49, had her third baby.
They are joined by Tang Wei, who had her second child at 46, and Carly Rae Jepsen, who became a mom for the first time at 40. Meanwhile, Anne Hathaway, 43, and Natalie Portman, 45, are expecting their third children.
Each has experienced motherhood at a different age and through completely different paths. Did you know all of their stories?