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Considering Freezing Your Eggs: Deana Sdao Shares Her Experience

October 24, 2023 • Carolynn Dubé • Season 1 • Episode 35

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In this empowering episode of Fertility in Focus, we sit down with Deana Sdao, an advocate for fertility and family planning benefits who underwent fertility preservation. In this conversation, we discuss Sdao’s personal experience with egg freezing, the feelings and thoughts she had at the time, and the social discourse surrounding fertility preservation.

She candidly discusses the fears that arose, from the invasiveness of the process to relinquishing control over her body. In this episode, she demystifies the egg retrieval process, hormone testing, and provides both reassurance and clarity regarding what to expect. Additionally, she encourages listeners to explore fertility benefits from employers, advocating for family planning support through initiatives like "Fertility Benefits Matter."

Discover how Deana's journey from uncertainty to freedom offers profound takeaways for those considering fertility preservation. Join us in this highly informative conversation to explore the empowerment that comes with informed choices.

More About our Guest Speaker

After years of contemplation, Deana Sdao took the leap into the world of fertility preservation when her employer introduced a fertility benefit. In March, she successfully completed her first round of egg freezing, sparking a journey of openness and advocacy. Sdao shared her experience on Instagram to spread awareness. Her story garnered attention, leading to features in The Globe & Mail and Bird and Be. With a mission to destigmatize fertility choices, Sdao hopes to inspire others to take control of their fertility journey.

Follow Deana Sdao on Instagram @deanasdao, TickTock (deana.sdao), and on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanasdao/ to learn more about her story and her advocacy.

This episode is sponsored by First Response Canada.