by Ken Mosesian
Congratulations to Rachel Zoe and husband Rodger Berman on the birth of their first child, Skyler Morrison. Zoe, a celebrity stylist, is the star of the Rachel Zoe Project. Last year, at the close of the season, she was discussing her desire to start a family with her physician. He told her that at her age it may be too late. She was clearly shocked.
Her response reminded me of the responses we had gotten from the hundreds of women that we have spoken with across the country about the reality of the biological clock. Well educated, professional women, who don't realize that fertility begins its first decline at age 27, and then takes a significant dip around age 35.
In a truly poignant scene, she spoke directly to the camera, saying that she had worked so hard and so long to make sure she had a thriving business, presumably to be able to provide for the child and to be able to take time off, only to find out that it may be too late.
Sometimes infertility can't be prevented, but there are many things that can be done to help one conceive. Awareness of how age factors in is absolutely key. Check out our Infertility Prevention Handbook for more information.
And to Rachel and Rodger, our best wishes to you and your family. Here's to health, happiness, and joy for you all.
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