Increasing numbers of women freezing their eggs

Increasing numbers of women freezing their eggs

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The video discusses a woman's decision to freeze her eggs at 39, highlighting the growing trend of companies offering egg freezing as a perk. It explores the impact of age on fertility, with statistics showing an increase in egg freezing among women under 37. The video also covers the costs involved and the role of companies like Apple and Facebook in subsidizing the procedure. Critics argue that egg freezing may encourage women to delay childbirth, questioning its role in female emancipation. The video concludes with the idea of egg freezing as an insurance policy for women who wish to focus on their careers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted the woman to consider egg freezing?

A career change

A family member's suggestion

A long-term relationship ending

A health scare

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most common reason women under 37 choose to freeze their eggs?

Career advancement

Health concerns

Financial stability

Lack of a suitable partner

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which companies have already subsidized egg freezing for their employees?

Microsoft and Tesla

Netflix and Twitter

Google and Amazon

Apple and Facebook

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one criticism mentioned about egg freezing?

It is too expensive

It is not scientifically proven

It is only available in certain countries

It encourages women to delay childbirth

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do critics view the idea of egg freezing as a form of female empowerment?

They see it as a necessary step for career women

They argue it is not what female emancipation is about

They think it is a temporary solution

They believe it is a true form of empowerment