GenPrime Featured on CNA 938 Wellness Hour on Fertility Care
Fertility Care, Empathy, and the Importance of Informed Conversations
Reflections from CNA 938’s Wellness Hour
Fertility is increasingly part of broader discussions about health, life planning, and well-being. As people make decisions around education, careers, relationships, and finances, questions about fertility often arise earlier than in previous generations.
Despite this, fertility is still commonly discussed only when difficulties occur. On CNA 938’s Wellness Hour, these gaps were explored in a conversation on why fertility care involves not only medical considerations but also emotional awareness, education, and support.
Fertility as Part of Overall Health
During the programme, fertility was discussed as more than a single medical event. Instead, it was framed as a spectrum that can include early awareness, health assessments, fertility preservation, and assisted reproductive options.
This broader view places fertility within general health and wellness. Understanding reproductive health earlier may help individuals make more informed decisions later, without assuming specific timelines or outcomes. The emphasis is on awareness and information rather than urgency.
Emotional Experiences Along Fertility Journeys
Fertility-related experiences are often described as emotionally demanding. Even with support from partners, family, or friends, individuals may experience uncertainty or isolation during diagnostic or treatment processes.
In the interview, Margaret Wang, founder and CEO of GenPrime Fertility and Rhea Fertility, reflected on her own experience navigating egg freezing across different healthcare systems. She noted that unexpected findings during routine medical checks can be difficult to process, even when one is familiar with the procedures involved.
These reflections highlight that emotional responses are a common part of fertility journeys, regardless of background or prior knowledge.
The Role of Support Networks
The discussion also touched on how fertility journeys affect those around the individual. Friends, colleagues, and family members may want to offer support but may be unsure how to do so appropriately.
Open communication was discussed as one way to reduce this uncertainty. Asking thoughtful questions, learning about fertility-related topics, and acknowledging emotional challenges can help create supportive environments while respecting personal boundaries.
Community and peer support networks were also highlighted as important resources for individuals navigating fertility-related decisions.
Integrating Care and Communication
Fertility care can involve multiple components, including medical consultations, diagnostics, counseling, and wellness-related services. When these elements are fragmented, individuals may need to manage different aspects of care on their own.
An integrated approach was discussed as a way to provide continuity and clarity throughout the process. Such approaches aim to address both clinical needs and emotional considerations, recognising that medical information is often received during emotionally sensitive moments.
Technology in Fertility Care
Advances in reproductive medicine and data-assisted tools were also discussed during the programme. These technologies may be used alongside clinical expertise to support assessment and decision-making.
Such tools were described as complementary, providing additional information rather than replacing professional judgment. Clear and careful communication remains important when discussing medical data, particularly when outcomes are uncertain.
Encouraging Early Awareness
A key theme from the conversation was the value of early awareness. Understanding reproductive health through routine medical discussions and appropriate testing can provide information that supports long-term planning.
This approach emphasizes knowledge rather than prediction and encourages individuals to view fertility as part of overall health rather than a standalone concern.
Continuing the Conversation
Fertility care involves medical, emotional, and social considerations. Conversations that acknowledge all three aspects may help individuals feel more informed and supported as they navigate personal decisions.
As discussed on The Wellness Hour, creating space for open and respectful dialogue is an important step in shaping how fertility care is understood and experienced.
For general information on fertility-related topics and care approaches discussed in this conversation, visit sg.genprime.com.
This article is based on a discussion aired on CNA 938’s Wellness Hour.
Listeners can access the full conversation here: