Being an egg donor offers numerous gratifying aspects. Foremost among them is the satisfaction of assisting intended parents who, without your help, might not realize their dream of starting a family. Some individuals are motivated to become donors after witnessing loved ones struggle with infertility, while others are inspired by acquaintances who’ve undergone similar journeys. […]
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What to look for in an agency
Selecting an Egg Donation Agency is a significant decision that requires confidence due to its nature. There are various approaches to choosing the best agency for you. Some Recipient Parents base their choice on factors like the agency’s location, cost, recommendations from friends, family, or medical professionals. Others opt to research agencies online or seek […]
The Donor Sibling Registry
The Donor Sibling Registry (DSR) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2000 to assist individuals conceived as a result of sperm, egg, or embryo donation who are seeking to make mutually desired contact with others with whom they (or their children) share genetic ties. The DSR has more than 75,000 members worldwide and has facilitated […]
Rewards of Egg Donation
Egg donation has the potential to profoundly impact the lives of both intended parents and donors alike. By graciously offering your eggs, you are giving hope and opportunity to couples who may otherwise face significant challenges in conceiving. Here are some notable benefits and rewards associated with the act of being an egg donor: Fulfillment […]
Keep Being Brave: Blair’s Intended Parent Story
“Choosing to continue moving forward in a fertility journey is brave,” says Blair, a first-time intended parent (IP). Blair’s story is certainly one of bravery, as well as kindness and compassion. As a labor and delivery nurse, she has spent 13 years helping parents bring their children into the world while silently navigating the ups […]
Egg Donor Experiences
What’s truly remarkable about being an egg donor transcends financial compensation; it’s the profound sense of fulfillment from knowing you’ve played a role of helping others fulfill their dreams of parenthood. Here’s a glimpse into the motivations, experiences, and heartfelt reflections of some of our dedicated egg donors: Why did you choose to become an […]
Genetic Testing & your egg donor; what you need to know
Genetic carrier screening – or genetic testing – is performed by a blood or saliva test to determine if a person is a “carrier” for specific gene mutations that could result in a serious health condition being passed on to a child. Fertility clinics can vary in their recommendations and policies regarding carrier screening for […]
Potential Risks in Egg Donation, what you need to know
Egg Donation programs are great for many different types of families. According to Resolve.com, about 12% of married women have difficulty getting pregnant. This is roughly 1 in 8 couples. Because of this, many are turning to egg donation to grow their families. This is rewarding for egg donors as they get the opportunity to help […]
Genetic Screening, What you need to know
A consultation with a genetic counselor is a crucial step in the screening process for medical clearance in egg donation. In this meeting, the counselor examines your personal and family medical history to identify potential hereditary conditions that could be inherited by offspring. They will meticulously review your family tree, spanning parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, […]
Pride Month at Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions
At Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions, we believe all intended parents deserve the chance to have the family of their dreams, and we are proud to have helped many same-sex couples create their happy families. When choosing to grow their family, same sex intended parents (IPs) have several options to consider, such as private adoption […]
Ilona’s Story: A First-Time Surrogacy Journey
Like many surrogates, Ilona was first drawn to the idea of being a gestational carrier because she had a close friend who was struggling to have a baby. Ilona offered to be a surrogate for her friend and began researching agencies. She found Egg Donor and Surrogate Solutions and began the application process, but ultimately […]
Be The Solution!
This week at Egg Donor Solutions, we have been focused on sharing information and resources about National Infertility Awareness Week in an effort to support the 1 in 8 couples who struggle with infertility. As an egg donor, you could be the solution to helping one of these couples create the family of their […]
A Spouse’s Role in The Journey of Egg Donation and Surrogacy
In a recent interview, we had the privilege of speaking with Blake, who generously shared his experience as a supportive spouse in the world of surrogacy and egg donation. Blake’s wife, Katy, decided to pursue egg donation and later in life, surrogacy to help create happy families – a decision that would change their […]
Why register with the Donor Sibling Registry
As you consider helping a family via egg donation, we are here to guide and support you through the process of screening, legal, medications and the retrieval process and we are also proud to help you start this process with the end in mind…. the child(ren) you are helping create. Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions […]
Meet Sasha & Charlie, can you be their solution?
You may remember our intended Parents Sasha & Charlie. They are still in need of a surrogate to help them to become parents. They have been married for seventeen years, Sasha and Charlie are each other’s best friends and supporters. Sasha & Charlie have two sweet fur babies, but they have longed for a child […]
Galentine’s Day at Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions
While Valentine’s Day is about romance, Galentine’s Day is a special day devoted to female friendships. Celebrated on February 13th, Galentine’s Day was first introduced in 2010 on the popular TV show Parks and Recreation by character Leslie Knope (portrayed by Amy Poehler). Although not an official holiday, a day dedicated to spending time with […]
What are the potential risks in Egg Donation?
Egg Donation programs are great for many different types of families. According to Resolve.com, about 12% of married women have difficulty getting pregnant. This is roughly 1 in 8 couples. Because of this, many are turning to egg donation to grow their families. This is rewarding for egg donors as they get the opportunity to help […]
Egg Donation & my fertility
Being an egg donor and donating your eggs to help infertile couples start a family is indeed a big decision. Many women choose to become egg donors for both altruistic reasons and the financial incentive it provides. One common concern among potential egg donors is whether the process could affect their future fertility and ability […]
Genetic Screening
A consultation with a genetic counselor is an important part of the screening process to receive medical clearance for egg donation. During your appointment, the genetic counselor will review your personal and family health history to determine any potential hereditary conditions that could be passed on to a child. She will walk you through your […]
Common Egg Donation Medications
Medication always plays an integral role for any egg donation cycle to turn out successful. As an egg donor, you consequently have to be prepared to undertake a number of medical procedures prior to the donation. Essentially egg retrieval is not possible without the need for egg donors to use some special drugs and medication. […]