In this podcast episode, Beth interviews Shania, a 25-year-old who made the proactive decision to freeze her eggs. Shania sets a remarkable example for young women to think ahead about family planning to ensure the ability to focus on building a life and career you love while not being pressured by timelines and a biological clock.Shania describes the process and her choice to share her journey on social media, challenging societal expectations and promoting informed personal choices. The conversation explores the broader themes of life planning, questioning cultural narratives, and empowering women to shape their futures. 

Quotes

Shania Bhopa, 00:02:08, “I think life gives you whispers, so I think this was like a whisper for me to think about it.”

Shania Bhopa, 00:03:38, “This is the youngest and healthiest my eggs will ever be.”

Shania Bhopa, 00:07:17, “I saw it as just a data point in my story… I think motherhood is so beautiful, but I think you can be strategic about it.”

Shania Bhopa, ’00:22:51′, “This process is expensive, so medication coverage was one. Number two, I know, like when I close my eyes and envision my future life, I have kids. I don’t know when, but I know I will have children, and I’ve always wanted to be a mom.”

Shania Bhopa, ’00:28:31′, “You have this weight on your shoulder, and you also feel pressured to make decisions fast. It’s like, okay, need to find the partner, need to figure out my career, need to figure out when I’m going to have kids in all of the mix.”

Shania Bhopa, ’00:31:56′, “You are allowed to plan and be strategic about your life, and no one should tell you otherwise. You are allowed to feel in control, and I hope that this podcast empowers you just a little bit more to feel in control of future you.”

Key Points

– Shania’s decision to freeze her eggs at a young age

– Shania’s process of considering and undergoing egg freezing

– The impact of sharing her story on social media

– The importance of being proactive about fertility and family planning

– Shania’s reasons for freezing her eggs at a young age

– The emotional and logistical aspects of the egg freezing process

– The societal pressures and lack of education around fertility

– Encouraging young people to think about their future and what they want

– The importance of planning and understanding one’s fertility

– The broader conversation about permission to think outside the box and plan for the future

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