564. Banking Time: Why Freezing Eggs Now Buys You Options Later

In this episode, Prof Chapman unpacks the reality behind delayed parenthood, a trend driven by both partners as often as by women alone. He explains how the odds of conceiving within a year fall from around 90% at 35 to roughly 60% by 40, and why declining egg quality and numbers sit at the heart of that shift. He walks through egg freezing as a hedge against the ticking clock, noting that 30 to 35 is the ideal window, and shares the sobering statistics on how many eggs are needed at different ages to give a good chance of a baby later. He also steps back to the bigger picture, looking at falling birth rates across the Western world and what governments might do, from baby bonuses to genuinely affordable childcare, to help turn the trend around. Explore the 'Prof. Michael Chapman - The IVF Journey' Facebook Page, your reliable destination for cutting-edge insights and guidance within the realm of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF).Don't miss out on the IVF Journey podcast; stay informed with the latest episode updates. Tune in for expert discussions and valuable information on navigating the intricate path of IVF.