EPISODE SUMMARY:

When it comes to your health, fertility isn’t always something that’s discussed. If you’re trying to get pregnant now, or may consider having children in the future, it’s helpful to understand your reproductive health. Or, someone in your life may be thinking about their fertility and looking for support. Join us as we talk with Gabriela Marmolejos, a senior research analyst at Advisory Board who specializes in maternal health, and Nikki Battiste, a CBS News correspondent, who shares her personal fertility story.

HIGHLIGHTS:

[03:00 ] Gabriela Marmolejos discusses what can affect fertility. 

[06:35 ] Nikki Battiste talks about how to support someone who is struggling on their fertility journey.

RESOURCES:

How to protect and maximize your fertility (optum.com)

GUESTS:

Gabriela Marmolejos, Senior Research Analyst, Advisory Board

Nikki Battiste, CBS National News Correspondent

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