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Dr. Shahin Ghadir On Egg Freezing, IVF, Optimizing Fertility, Family Planning, PCOS and Surrogacy

Oct 23, 2023
Join Dr. Shahin Ghadir, a double board certified obstetrician and gynecologist, as we explore the realities of fertility. Topics include optimal age, challenges in the 30s, weight range, environmental factors on sperm quality, PCOS, impact of birth control, and success stories. Valuable insights and advice for understanding fertility.
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  • Fertility declines after the age of 27, highlighting the importance of family planning in one's late 20s and early 30s.
  • In vitro fertilization (IVF) allows couples to avoid passing on genetic disorders to their children through genetic testing on embryos.

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Overview of Fertility and Importance of Family Planning

In this podcast episode, Dr. Gadeer discusses the importance of fertility and family planning, especially for women in their late 20s and early 30s. He highlights the optimal age range for fertility in men and women, emphasizing the decline in fertility after the age of 27. Dr. Gadeer also recommends fertility preservation techniques like egg freezing for those who are not ready to start a family but want to ensure the option in the future. He further delves into the impact of external factors, such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and obesity, on fertility and provides tips on maintaining a healthy lifestyle to improve chances of conception.

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