Is IVF Safe? Should Embryos Be Considered Children?

Double board-certified OBGYN and REI, Dr. Natalie Crawford, discusses IVF and the recent bill in Alabama regarding embryos. When things aren’t discussed enough, we are not able to make educated choices. In this video, Dr. Crawford answers questions you are having regarding personhood bills and IVF. Understanding how IVF works is key in understanding these bills. It is important to know that these laws can make IVF more risky and less accessible.

Questions answered:

What determines your ovarian reserve?

What happens during the menstrual cycle?

How does IVF work?

How many eggs typically make it to be fertilized?

What happens during implantation?

How does genetic testing work?

How many normal embryos are there?

How can personhood bills impact IVF?

What are other options for IVF to limit discarding of embryos?