The Big Freeze: Everything You Need to Know About Egg Freezing with Natalie Lampert

In this episode of The Egg Whisperer Show, Dr. Aimee interviews Natalie Lampert, award-winning journalist and author of ‘The Big Freeze: A Reporter’s Personal Journey Into The World of Egg Freezing and The Quest to Control Our Fertility.’

Natalie shares her personal journey and professional insights into egg freezing, highlighting the psychological, ethical, and practical aspects. She emphasizes that egg freezing is a backup option that offers assurance but not insurance. They discuss the broader implications of fertility preservation, societal pressures, and the importance of thorough education on the subject. Natalie also touches upon the landscape shifts in fertility preservation over the past decade and how fem tech and regulatory changes have impacted the industry.

 

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: The Reality of Egg Freezing 00:32 Meet Natalie Lampert: Author of The Big Freeze 01:18 Natalie’s Personal and Professional Journey 03:00 The Broader Context of Egg Freezing 04:28 Advice for Women Considering Egg Freezing 07:24 Surprising Discoveries About Fertility 09:59 The Changing Landscape of Fertility Preservation 15:58 Societal Pressures and Fertility Decisions 20:25 Pros and Cons of Modern Fertility Technology 27:39 Final Thoughts and Takeaways