Cecily Strong revealed she is pregnant this week with a personal message ahead of this week’s US general election.
Wearing a “pregnant, pro-choice and proud” shirt, the “Saturday Night Live” alum shared in an Instagram post that she is “very happily pregnant from IVF at 40” and “really hopeful” to meet her “little miss thing” next spring.
In her lengthy caption, Strong said that it felt “insane and scary to disclose all of this” but knew the timing was right considering her journey with pregnancy included an abortion in her early 20s and seeking out in vitro fertilization (IVF) later in life.
“I’ve been in lots of waiting rooms with other women throughout my life,” she wrote in the Friday post. “Feeling terrified and lonely all those years ago at a clinic in California, to feeling frustrated and anxious in fertility offices in New York the past couple of years, to giddily talking everyone’s ear off and wishing everyone around me good luck like I was Forrest Gump the day of my transfer.”
Following Texas’ 2021 6-week abortion ban, Strong debuted a new character for the show’s Weekend Update segment: “Goober, the Clown Who Had An Abortion When She Was 23.”
The Emmy Award nominee later revealed the sketch was based on her real-life experience.
On Instagram, she continued: “I’ve had a friend sit with me and give me the biggest hug after my abortion at 23, only for me to sit with her and give her the biggest hug 17 years later after a difficult pregnancy loss. I had family and strangers reach out after Goober and tell me of their own experiences — some of whom had never shared with anyone before.”
Strong, who starred on ‘SNL’ for 11 seasons before leaving in 2022, announced in March that was engaged to her longtime lover, who is only known publicly as Jack.
Strong did not share how far along she is with her presidency. This will be the couple’s first child.
What are the success rates for IVF for women 40 and over
When it comes to IVF for women in their 40s, the success rates can vary significantly depending on age and other factors. For women in their early 40s, the success rate of IVF is about 11%, while this rate can dramatically decrease as women age. By the time a woman reaches 44, the likelihood of success drops to around 4%. Consequently, healthcare providers, such as the NHS, generally do not recommend IVF for women over 42 due to these diminishing success rates.
However, don’t be disheartened if you’re considering starting a family later in life. There are options to improve your chances. Donor egg treatments, for example, can boost these odds significantly, potentially increasing the likelihood of conception to around 40%.
Moreover, assisted reproductive technologies and treatments provide additional avenues for women over 45 to achieve their parenting dreams.
It’s a journey many women embark on for various reasons, such as career focus or personal choice, and while the rates may pose a challenge, they also highlight the importance of exploring all available options with your healthcare provider to enhance the likelihood of success.
What other celebrities have used IVF in their late 30s and 40s?
Celine Dion. Similarly embraced motherhood IVF, candidly sharing the emotional and physical rollercoaster inherent to fertility treatments. These celebrities, among others, illustrate that fertility challenges can affect anyone, regardless of status or fame. They also contribute to breaking the stigma and opening a dialogue about fertility struggles and the options available to hopeful parents.
While some seek the help of fertility doctors and use advanced techniques such as using frozen or donor eggs to enhance their chances of conception, others also turn to complementary measures like personalized fitness regimens.
The openness of celebrities like Jennifer Aniston about her struggles with IVF encourages a broader conversation about infertility, offering validation and support to those who may feel isolated in their experiences.
Many celebrity figures have embarked on the IVF journey in their 40s, sharing their stories and shedding light on the challenges and triumphs associated with it. Brooke Shields, for instance, has openly discussed her experiences with IVF as a critical.“`
Courteney Cox used IVF to conceive her daughter, Coco, after facing multiple miscarriages. Cox has shared her story to offer hope and support to others experiencing similar challenges.
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade welcomed their daughter, Kaavia, via surrogate after Union faced multiple miscarriages and unsuccessful IVF attempts. Union has been vocal about her infertility journey, raising awareness about the challenges many face.
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