Show Notes
Why does your insurance, or even your zip code, determine whether you can access fertility care?
In this mini moment, Katy Encalade, CEO of Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions, unpacks insights from Elizabeth Carr, the first baby born through IVF in the United States and a leading fertility advocate, on the hidden barriers that shape fertility journeys before most people even realize it.
Katy explains how access to fertility care isn't just medical, it's structural. Insurance coverage, cost, and where you live can quietly determine what options are actually available… and for many, whether they have options at all.
If you're exploring IVF, surrogacy, or egg donation, understanding these barriers is key to making informed decisions.
As we recognize National Infertility Awareness Week, this conversation highlights why awareness and advocacy are essential to creating more equitable paths to family building.
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