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Today, Explained

The failed promise of egg freezing

Apr 29, 2024
25:39
Snipd AI
Exploring the societal impacts of egg freezing, from work benefits to fertility challenges after 35. Delving into the emotional journey of unexpected loss and the uncertainties of success rates and demographic considerations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Egg freezing was marketed as a tool for gender equality and career advancement but faces challenges in living up to its early promises.
  • Despite offering empowerment and security, uncertainties and limitations persist with egg freezing as a method for fertility preservation.

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The Rise of Egg Freezing as a Workplace Benefit

Egg freezing has emerged as a popular option for women in the workforce who may want to delay having children. Some companies offer to pay for the procedure as a perk of employment, reflecting a shift in benefits offered during the great resignation. Despite early promises of gender equality and career freedom, concerns have surfaced about the procedure being used to capitalize on women's anxieties.

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