The Answer: Fertility Awareness and Egg Freezing

Earlier this week, we asked, “When should your doctor refer you for consideration of freezing your eggs?” 🧬

Let’s break it down:

✅ Answer: 2️⃣ In your late 20s to early 30s, when egg quality is still high but you’re thinking about delaying pregnancy.

Here’s why:

📉 Fertility begins to decline slowly in your 30s and more rapidly after age 35. Egg freezing is most effective when eggs are collected while they’re still of high quality, ideally in your late 20s to early 30s.
By your mid-to-late 30s, it’s still possible to freeze eggs, but fewer high-quality eggs are retrieved.
⏳ After 40, egg freezing becomes less effective because the number and quality of eggs have significantly declined.

Why this matters for Black women:

Research shows that Black women are often under-referred for fertility preservation despite higher rates of conditions like fibroids, which can impact fertility.

💡 Raising awareness about egg freezing and fertility options is key to ensuring that Black women are empowered to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.

🔑 Key Takeaway:

If you’re thinking about delaying pregnancy or are concerned about future fertility, it’s never too early to start the conversation with your doctor. 🩺 💬