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PGT‑A, PGT‑M & PGT‑P Explained for IVF Patients (Part 1)
If you’re in IVF and being offered a menu of embryo tests – PGT‑A, PGT‑M, PGT‑P – it can feel overwhelming. What do they actually tell you? How much is genetics vs environment? And how do you think about ethics, money, and risk for your family?
In this two‑part series, I’m joined by Jonathan Anomaly, a social scientist and philosopher who works with a company developing and researching embryo testing tools, including PGT‑P.
In Part 1, we cover:
– What PGT‑A, PGT‑M and PGT‑P are (in plain language)
– What kinds of conditions these tests can screen for – and what they can’t
– How to think about risk, family history, and the role of environment
– The real‑world pros and cons: cost, access, equity, and ethics
– Guardrails for deciding whether embryo testing makes sense for you
You’ll leave with a clearer framework for talking to your doctor or genetics team, without being told what you “should” do.
⚠️ Important: This episode is for education and reflection only. It is not medical, genetic, or legal advice. Always discuss your specific situation with your own care team.
🎁 Free IVF “Zoom Out” Decision Guide
If this episode left you feeling pulled in many directions about embryo testing, I created a short Zoom Out guide to help you:
– Step back from the pressure of the moment
– Get clear on your own priorities and values
– Walk into appointments more prepared to ask questions and make decisions that fit you
👉 Get it free here: https://familybuilding.net/newsletter/
📅 Upcoming free workshops
If you’d like more free support on decisions, donor conception, or surrogacy, you can see all of my upcoming workshops here:
👉 https://familybuilding.net/events-page/
Learn more about Dr. Anomaly: https://jonathan-anomaly.com/
Learn more about Herasight: https://www.herasight.com/
About Lisa
Lisa Schuman, LCSW, is the founder of the Building Your Family community, an expert‑led platform that provides evidence‑based education and support for people using fertility treatment, donor conception, and surrogacy – including LGBTQ+ families and single parents by choice.
#IVF #EmbryoTesting #PGTA #PGTM #PGTP
#FertilityTreatment #GeneticTesting #DonorConception
#Surrogacy #InfertilitySupport #BuildingYourFamily
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If you’re in IVF and being offered a menu of embryo tests – PGT‑A, PGT‑M, PGT‑P – it can feel overwhelming. What do they actually tell you? How much is genetics vs environment? And how do you think about ethics, money, and risk for your family?
In this two‑part series, I’m joined by Jonathan Anomaly, a social scientist and philosopher who works with a company developing and researching embryo testing tools, including PGT‑P.
In Part 1, we cover:
– What PGT‑A, PGT‑M and PGT‑P are (in plain language)
– What kinds of conditions these tests can screen for – and what they can’t
– How to think about risk, family history, and the role of environment
– The real‑world pros and cons: cost, access, equity, and ethics
– Guardrails for deciding whether embryo testing makes sense for you
You’ll leave with a clearer framework for talking to your doctor or genetics team, without being told what you “should” do.
⚠️ Important: This episode is for education and reflection only. It is not medical, genetic, or legal advice. Always discuss your specific situation with your own care team.
🎁 Free IVF “Zoom Out” Decision Guide
If this episode left you feeling pulled in many directions about embryo testing, I created a short Zoom Out guide to help you:
– Step back from the pressure of the moment
– Get clear on your own priorities and values
– Walk into appointments more prepared to ask questions and make decisions that fit you
👉 Get it free here: https://familybuilding.net/newsletter/
📅 Upcoming free workshops
If you’d like more free support on decisions, donor conception, or surrogacy, you can see all of my upcoming workshops here:
👉 https://familybuilding.net/events-page/
Learn more about Dr. Anomaly: https://jonathan-anomaly.com/
Learn more about Herasight: https://www.herasight.com/
About Lisa
Lisa Schuman, LCSW, is the founder of the Building Your Family community, an expert‑led platform that provides evidence‑based education and support for people using fertility treatment, donor conception, and surrogacy – including LGBTQ+ families and single parents by choice.
#IVF #EmbryoTesting #PGTA #PGTM #PGTP
#FertilityTreatment #GeneticTesting #DonorConception
#Surrogacy #InfertilitySupport #BuildingYourFamily
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