Many women suffer from the problem of infertility, but it’s all too common that these women aren’t aware of others suffering from the same exact things! Infertility treatments have become very common for both men and women hoping to have a child, and there are many different treatment options available so that individuals (and couples) can find the treatment options which suits them best.
If you don’t believe that this is one of the most common health concerns in the U.S. today, take a quick look at some of the stats behind infertility problems and treatments:
7.4 million: It’s estimated that around 7.4 million women, or 11% of all women, have received infertility services at some point in their lives.
One in eight: The number of couples that want to have a child but have trouble doing so. Sometimes the fertility concern is related to the woman’s health, sometimes to the man’s health, and sometimes both individuals may need to seek infertility treatments.
15: The number of states in the U.S. that have passed state laws requiring insurance providers to cover the costs of treatments provided by fertility clinics. These states include Hawaii, California, Montana, Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, West Virginia, Maryland, Illinois, Ohio, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. These laws are incredibly beneficial and provide much-needed support.
20 to 24: This is the age range in which women are most fertile. Fertility tends to drop starting around age 30. This can be a big problem for women who wish to establish successful careers before starting a family.
20-25%: This is the chance that a healthy and young couple has in any given month of conceiving. Even in the best of circumstances, it can be difficult to conceive simply because of how Mother Nature is working!
There’s certainly nothing to be ashamed about if you’re considering seeking a fertility treatment. You definitely aren’t alone!
