The Egg Factor

Lactation Without Being Pregnant

Center For Human Reproduction

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As we continue to celebrate International Women's Month this March, Dr. Sonia Gayete-Lafuente talks about a powerful and often overlooked aspect of motherhood: lactation without pregnancy. 

For many women and families, the ability to breastfeed represents far more than nutrition. It’s about bonding, connection, and participation in a deeply meaningful part of early parenthood. The good news? Even if you didn’t carry the pregnancy, breastfeeding may still be possible. 

Brought to you by the Center for Human Reproduction (CHR) on the Upper East Side of New York City. With over 40 years of experience and a history of innovation, CHR has been at the forefront of fertility care since the beginning. 

Our founder, Dr. Norbert Gleicher, reported the first successful transvaginal egg retrieval in human history, helping to shape the future of IVF as we know it today. CHR is known for tackling some of the most challenging fertility cases—especially women over 40 and those with diminished ovarian reserve—by offering highly individualized, evidence-based care when others often turn patients away.

Our team has published more than 450 peer-reviewed research papers advancing reproductive medicine, reflecting our deep commitment not only to patient care but to the science that drives better outcomes. At CHR, you're never just a number. You're part of a community focused on giving you the personalized support, science, and hope you deserve.

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