In this episode of The Zahra Jani Show, host Zahra speaks with Dr. Ritu Hinduja, one of India's leading fertility experts, about the rising infertility issues faced by millions of couples in India. They discuss various factors contributing to infertility, including environmental toxins, lifestyle choices, and the impact of age.

Dr. Hinduja explains common causes of infertility in both women and men, debunks myths surrounding IVF treatments, and delves into the emotional and physical toll of undergoing IVF. The discussion also covers the importance of egg freezing for preserving fertility potential, particularly for women planning to delay motherhood. Dr. Hinduja shares personal anecdotes highlighting the emotional aspects of her work and offers crucial advice on maintaining fertility.

This episode provides invaluable insights into the complex world of fertility treatments while promoting awareness about proactive reproductive health measures.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:10 Factors Contributing to Infertility

01:43 The Importance of Age in Fertility

03:40 Rising Infertility Rates and Social Taboos

05:15 Environmental Toxins and Their Impact

07:07 Male Infertility Factors

08:01 Top Causes of Infertility in Women

13:22 Understanding PCOS and Its Impact

18:12 Initial Tests and Treatment Options for Infertility

19:15 IVF Procedures and Success Rates

30:15 High-Risk Pregnancy and IVF

30:44 Cost of IVF in India

31:57 Is IVF Only for the Rich?

33:14 Preventing Sample Mix-Ups in IVF

35:22 Success Rates of IVF

36:50 Emotional Challenges in IVF

37:46 Heartbreaking IVF Stories

40:05 Addressing the Stigma Around IVF

43:45 Secondary Infertility

45:17 Emotional Toll of IVF on Women

49:29 Understanding Egg Freezing

54:10 Empowering Women Through Egg Freezing

59:07 Conclusion

About the guest:

About Dr. Hinduja: Dr. Ritu Hinduja is an internationally trained IVF specialist and the Clinical Director at Cloud Nine Fertility, Mumbai. With over 15 years of experience in reproductive medicine, she brings together advanced clinical expertise, surgical precision, and deep compassion to guide individuals and couples on their path to parenthood. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drrituhinduja