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The Price of Parenthood: How Egg Freezing Works

Jun 22, 2023
This podcast explores the option of egg freezing for would-be parents, discussing its history, viability, and financial implications. They share personal experiences and discuss workplace benefits and coverage. They also cover the costs involved, including medications, multiple rounds of freezing, and storage fees. Additionally, they explore financing options such as personal loans and home equity lines of credit, as well as the use of care credit for medical expenses.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Cost and Considerations of Egg Freezing
01:33 • 2min
3
Alexa's Journey Towards Parenthood: Freezing Her Eggs
03:12 • 2min
4
Exploring the Egg Freezing Process
05:21 • 15min
5
The Cost and Financing of Egg Freezing
20:10 • 2min
6
Exploring Care Credit for Medical Expenses
22:03 • 9min