About… Egg Freezing, IVF, and Fertility After 30 (with Dr. Heyward of Spring Fertility)

About this episode

This episode discusses egg freezing, IVF, and the importance of fertility education, particularly for marginalized communities, with Dr. Heyward from Spring Fertility.

"Don't be like this mama, walking in at 38 years old to find out she has 5 follicles... I could have gone at 31 to find out my options" If you’ve ever wondered whether you should freeze your eggs, check your fertility before trying for a baby, or learn more about IVF, this episode is for you. We are chatting with fertility specialist, Dr. Heyward of Spring Fertility, to break down what fertility clinics actually do, how egg freezing works, and why understanding your reproductive options earlier can make a huge difference. We talk openly about fertility testing, IVF, egg reserve, and the emotional side of family building. And because this chat is FOR YOU, we cover why fertility education is especially important for Black and brown communities and LGBTQ+ families, and how access to accurate information can empower people to make the best decisions for their future. We're chatting about: The truth about egg freezing and preserving your reproductive potential Why fertility education is critical for women in their 30s and 40s Fertility options for single women, couples, and LGBTQ+ families Why access to fertility care matters for Black and brown communities The emotional realities of…

People in this episode

Host: Nicole Walters

Guest: Dr. Heyward

Topics covered

• egg freezing
• IVF
• fertility education
• reproductive options
• family building
• LGBTQ+ families
• Black and brown communities

Keywords

• fertility
• egg freezing
• IVF
• reproductive health
• fertility testing
• family planning
• LGBTQ+
• Black communities
• emotional aspects of fertility

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Spring Fertility

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