Talking about Egg Freezing: AOC, the Data, and What It Means

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, known as AOC, said she is freezing her eggs. She shared a short Instagram video of herself giving a hormone shot. She said the decision helps her feel more in control of life.

She also said her insurance did not cover the cost of treatment. Many women now freeze eggs to keep the option of having children later. She is 36 years old. The number of people freezing eggs has grown in recent years. Some studies show many more women freeze eggs, but only some use them later.