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*Bonus: Community Q&A* Understanding Fertility & Hormone Health with Dr. Helen O’Neill from Hertility
Jan 15, 2025
Dr. Helen O’Neill, a lecturer in reproductive and molecular genetics and founder of Hertility, dives into pressing fertility topics. She tackles misconceptions about egg freezing and fertility decline, empowering women to understand their reproductive choices. The chat also covers men’s roles in the fertility journey, the emotional toll of these decisions, and the financial implications of egg freezing. Dr. O'Neill emphasizes the importance of personalized assessments and organizational support for women balancing careers and motherhood.
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Quick takeaways
- A woman's lifestyle and overall health significantly impact her fertility and egg freezing decisions, often more than her chronological age.
- Understanding the role of lifestyle choices like alcohol and stress is essential for optimizing reproductive health and fertility outcomes.
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Understanding Egg Freezing Timelines
The best age to freeze eggs is often influenced more by a woman's lifestyle and health than her chronological age. Factors such as overall wellness, medical history, and any existing health conditions significantly impact ovarian reserve and fertility. Although many women may believe fertility sharply declines at 35, individual experiences vary widely, with some women still maintaining healthy fertility into their late 30s. Therefore, monitoring one's health and ovarian reserve can provide a better approach than relying solely on age when considering egg freezing.
