Dr. Sahar Wertheimer was recently quoted in an article for ESSENCE written by Keyaira Boone titled “3 in 5 Members of Gen Z Are Concerned About Their Future Fertility.”

Generation Z is proactively addressing their reproductive health at a greater rate than previous generations. A survey from HRC Fertility found that three in five members are concerned about their future fertility.

The risk of infertility is directly related to a person’s age as there is a gradual decline in fertility over time. Many providers begin screening for issues that could cause infertility when a patient is 35 or older and has been attempting to conceive for six months. This approach can restrict avenues that might be available with early intervention. With social media’s help, Generation Z is seeking to explore their options a bit sooner.

Sahar Wertheimer, MD, with HRC Fertility in West Los Angeles California, sees this increase in young women addressing concerns about their future fertility. “I would say most of them are coming proactively, which is what I love to see,” she tells ESSENCE. “The majority of them, if they’re in that age range, are doing it proactively as an insurance policy.”

The article goes on to discuss different options for future family planning and the importance of seeking accurate information. To learn more, read the article in its entirety here.