LibraryPreventing Infertility

There are steps you can take now to help increase your chances for having children in the future. Learn what behaviors can harm fertility, and what measure you should take to preserve your fertility.

FAQs

Who should consider fertility preservation?

Answer:

Fertility preservation is a relatively new form of reproductive medicine which has proven to be life altering for cancer patients as well as other individuals, both men and women, who need to postpone parenthood for a variety of reason.

When does a woman's fertility start to decline?

Answer:

Fertility potential will take its first subtle dip at around age 27 and then accelerate at a
downwards pace beginning at around age 35.

Does smoking harm fertility?

Answer:

Yes! Smoking ups the likelihood of a tubal pregnancies, cervical cancer and pelvic infections. Some studies show that in vitro fertilization, the leading assisted reproductive technology, has a lower success rate among smokers than non-smokers.

What are my chances of conceiving?

Answer:

A healthy woman who is 30 years of age and trying to conceive will have a 20% chance each month of conceiving, while a healthy woman who is 40 years of age will have only a 5–10% chance of conceiving each month.

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