Host Pat Barbarito invites her own OBGYN – Dr. Matthew Iammatteo – to talk about the many paths to parenthood that modern medicine has made possible for women approaching or over the age of 40. 

From the physical realities to emotional hurdles, “old eggs” and new mindsets, this conversation explores: 

• The importance of a compassionate partnership between a woman pursuing pregnancy and her OBGYN;
• How family (including other children), friends, and faith can impact this arduous journey;
• The hallmarks of a successful surrogacy;
• How IVF has evolved from general guesswork to scientific certainty;
• What is involved in the evaluation of a patient considering IVF;
• The difference between genetic and congenital abnormalities and how age impacts the likelihood of either occurring;
• Why women should consider “freezing” their eggs at an early age and what that process entails;
• The dark side of pursuing pregnancy at a later age, and more.

BONUS: Learn how Dr. Iammatteo answers the question: "How old is too old to have a baby?"

Be sure to follow Heartbreak & Hope with Pat Barbarito on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, or YouTube, or bookmark the official podcast webpage to keep the entire library at your fingertips.