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Posting #2
Topic: Health
So Eager for Grandchildren, They're Paying the Egg-Freezing Clinic
Author: Elissa Gootman
Publication: The New York Times
Date of Publication: May 13, 2012
2 pages

I started reading this article not sure where it would take me. Initially it was only curiosity that pushed me to open the article and start reading, but shortly after reading the first few sentences I was filled with pride for today's older generations of women and the service they do for younger generations, like mine.
The article discusses some women's decision to freeze their eggs in order to be able to use them later on, when they find a partner or when they achieve security in their career, in a way that they are confident enough to support a child. It is no secret that women don't remain fertile forever, but these days women find the need to pursue themselves in a career, not just in motherhood therefore there is a tough conflict over which is more important and whether or not you can combine the two. The article also discusses the parent's role in the procedure. Surprisingly, lots of parent's not only show support but also offer to pay for the procedure. Some parents are the ones to raise the idea initially.
Gootman, the author of the article quotes doctors, parents and patients, all supporting the idea and explaining how much comfort and security this procedure can grant.
At the same time however, he author presents the other side of this scientific advancement, and that is, that sometimes the freezing of the egg doesn't work and the egg may not remain effective. This makes this more of a gamble rather than an investment. The cost may be anywhere from 8,000- 18,000 dollars, and the question is whether or not it's worth it. The article is hopeful and even states that experts estimated 2,000 babies being born from frozen eggs worldwide. The numbers aren't shocking but certainly promising. I think that the most important message of the article is that women have much more freedom these days and they although they continue for that freedom everyday, it is should still be recognized as something brave and heroic. Some women do this procedure because they are about to undergo cancer treatment, and that is a great thanks to science for allowing such advancements and security. Overall I think this article is a representation of independent woman, and great science developments, as well as open minds from different generations.