Ocasio-Cortez says she froze her eggs at age 36
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has publicly discussed freezing her eggs at age 36, describing the decision as giving her more control over her life.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., has publicly discussed freezing her eggs at age 36. She described the decision as giving her a greater sense of control over her life and as an empowering experience.
The discussion comes amid a broader rise in the age of first-time motherhood in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that first births among women ages 35 and older increased 25% from 2016 to 2023.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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