Let's Get Real About Reproductive Health & The Associated Costs

In this episode, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hirshfeld-Cytron, a reproductive endocrinologist with the Fertility Centers of Illinois, for a candid conversation about infertility and the financial barriers many face when seeking treatment. From egg freezing to IVF, Dr. Hirshfeld-Cytron breaks down the medical options available and the economic challenges that come with them.

Together, we explore how much these treatments cost, what insurance typically covers (and what it doesn’t), and the resources and payment options that can help ease the financial burden. Whether you're navigating infertility yourself or simply want to better understand an issue impacting millions of families, this episode sheds light on the intersection of reproductive health, equity, and economics.