Does the embryo grade tell us everything we need to know?

04/02/2025 48 min Episodio 6
Does the embryo grade tell us everything we need to know?

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Is the embryo grade as important as everyone thinks? Join Emma the Embryologist and her husband Simon Tomes as they discuss critical aspects of embryo grading, the importance of school education on infertility, and Emma's informative visit to the UK parliament. Discover the intricate details of embryo grading, the common misconceptions, and why clinics might 'cherry-pick' embryos. Learn about Emma’s impactful school visits aimed at educating young women about reproductive health and the surprising truths she shared. Lastly, hear about Emma’s advocacy for fertility treatment and access during her recent trip to the UK parliament. Stick around to find out the fascinating answer to ‘Why do men have nipples?’! Don’t miss this insightful and engaging episode.Ask the right questions on your fertility journey. Join Emma the Embryologist and dive into the science of embryology in a way that's easy to understand. Visit her website for more helpful information and sign up to her newsletter for updates: https://www.emmatheembryologist.com00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:28 Episode Overview00:59 Understanding Embryo Grading01:32 The Grading Process Explained04:33 Blastocyst Stage and Grading08:45 Importance of Timing in Embryo Grading20:05 Subjectivity and Bias in Grading23:05 The Role of AI in Embryo Grading24:28 Exploring Embryo Grading and Quality24:59 The Hard Truth About Embryo Success Rates27:56 Freezing Embryos: Success Rates and Techniques29:06 Engaging Students: A Visit to Our Daughter's School31:53 Debunking Myths and Educating on Fertility36:42 Advocating for Fertility Treatment Access in Parliament44:26 Why Do Men Have Nipples?47:59 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Farewell