The Fertility Fitness Podcast

Fertility Focus on World IVF Day!

Episode Summary

In this week's show, we're celebrating World IVF Day, observed on July 25th every year to raise awareness about in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and its impact on fertility treatment worldwide. If you're considering IVF or going through the process, I know it can be a challenging road. So, to provide some respite, I'll be sharing five surprising facts about IVF.

Episode Notes

Five surprising facts about IVF.The First "Test-Tube Baby":

The first successful IVF procedure took place on July 25, 1978. Louise Brown, the world's first "test-tube baby," was born.
The term "test-tube baby" is often used to describe IVF babies, but fertilisation occurs in a laboratory dish, not a test tube.
Adriana Iliescu from Romania holds the title of the world's oldest IVF mother. She gave birth to a healthy baby girl, Eliza, at the age of 66.
IVF techniques are utilised by conservation organisations and zoos to assist in the reproduction of rare and endangered animals.
IVF has been used to create "savior siblings." In cases where a child requires a bone marrow transplant or medical intervention.

Wherever you are on your IVF journey, I wish you the very best. Remember, if you're looking to stay active before, during, and after your journey, do get in touch. I can help you with tailored fitness programs.

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