Dr. Lucky Sekhon

It really humanized her and it also made other people feel seen.

Because let's be honest, we've all seen the posts of the baby with all the syringes and the needles from the IVF journey around that picture.

And you're celebrating this wonderful moment where you've overcome this huge obstacle.

But where is the conversation and where are we shedding light on the people that don't realize that outcome?

It can be a very lonely place, especially because if you decide to stop treatment, you're no longer under the care of your doctor or clinic.

And who do you go to for advice or for comfort?

Yes.

I think everyone should be thinking about this as they enter their 20s and 30s, right?

They don't have to be partnered.

They don't have to be anywhere near ready to start trying.

But I think they should have a clear understanding of what their biological clock actually means.

What does it mean if your period is irregular?

What does it mean if your period is really painful or debilitating or heavy?

Because this could point to certain gynecologic issues like fibroids, PCOS, or endometriosis, to name a few examples.

that could one day predispose them to fertility issues, right?

When I tell people they should see a doctor, it's after one year of trying if they're under 35.

If they're 35 and older, don't wait longer than six months of trying or six cycles of trying.

And if you're in your 40s, it's never too early to have a conversation even after three months of trying.

If you're in your 20s and you're actively trying to get pregnant, it could take time, right?

Because each ovulated egg is a long shot for everyone.