Every sperm may be sacred, but some just aren't as viable after a certain age. Maternal age is a proven factor in fertility issues, but the link between paternal age and miscarriage rates has not been established as strongly until now.
According to findings presented at the European Society of Human
Reproduction and Embryology conference, paternal age of 40 or greater has a great effect on miscarriage as well as pregnancy rates.
Whether this new information will stop May-Decembrists from trysting remains to be seen.