Swipe Right on Love and Egg Freezing

Guest Ali Jackson, host of Finding Mr. Height takes us through her personal journey of freezing her eggs, shedding light on the crucial importance of information.Ali opens up about her discovery of fertility testing at a conference, the surprising lack of fertility discussions with gynecologists, and her decision to embark on the egg freezing process. The conversation unfolds to explore the challenges and uncertainties that come with egg freezing, emphasizing the significance of choosing the right fertility clinic. Ali highlights the need for open communication and support throughout this process, acknowledging the emotional and physical aspects involved. Ali shares that she is still undecided about children but is glad she went through this to preserve the option to choose.  The dialogue concludes with valuable advice on intentional dating, navigating dating burnout by adjusting the volume when necessary, and the importance of cultivating various aspects of life. This conversation serves as a comprehensive guide to egg freezing, offering essential considerations and much-needed support for individuals contemplating this significant decision. Quotes Ali Jackson, 00:02:40, "I used to think that I wanted kids, like, of course, in that kind of way, right? Like, of course, I want kids. Doesn't everybody want kids?" Ali Jackson, 00:06:44, "I am somebody who feels better when I have information, even if that information isn't what I want." Ali Jackson, 00:07:19, "Just having an idea of what a plan could be was really helpful for me." Ali Jackson, 00:22:50, "Because it seems really hard, and I just don't know if I want to do that." Ali Jackson, 00:24:48, "You don't need to understand why I'm not sure, because actually, we're not partners and therefore our decision on children has no bearing on the other person." Ali Jackson, 00:31:08, "Which one would I prefer? I ultimately preferred the outcome where I spent money that I didn't need to spend." Ali Jackson, '00:40:44', "I have spark chased and I am not immune to the spark even now at 36. We still get excited about people." Ali Jackson, '00:43:28', "Attraction can grow; it has for me to the point where the person I've been the most attracted to in my entire dating history is someone I wasn't sure about on our first date." Ali Jackson, '00:47:49', "I try to think about it often because I know that being able to make every decision by myself is something that will have to change eventually, and I'll want it to." Key Points Lee Jackson's experience with egg freezing Lack of information and conversations around fertility Challenges faced in finding the right fertility clinic Societal pressure and narratives around motherhood and fertility Emotional impact of egg freezing Dating burnout and pressure to constantly be actively dating Lee's approach to dating and relationships Societal pressures around milestones such as finding a partner and motherhood Being intentional in dating and cultivating other aspects of life Gratitude for one's own journey Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow Ali Jackson TikTok - @findingmrheight Website - findingmrheight.com GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!