Factors to consider when deciding between fresh vs frozen donor eggs for IVF The decision to use donor eggs can be a deeply emotional process for some people since it involves using genetic material that is not your own during the IVF process. As challenging of a...
Steps for pursuing parenthood on your own. The decision to become a parent is an enormous one regardless of whether you’re doing it with a partner or alone. Views on single parenthood have changed drastically over the last decade and studies have shown no...
Choosing a sperm donor, the donation process, and other factors to consider Donor sperm works by offering an important fertility option for many individuals. We should note that step one in any fertility journey is an initial consultation to discuss appropriate...
Direct egg donation, or “directed” egg donation, refers to one type of donor arrangement. Broadly, egg donation falls into two major categories: directed and non-directed. These categories are sometimes called “known” vs. “anonymous” donation. However, with the ease...
What you need to know to donate eggs as an LGBTQ+ individual At our Center for LGBTQ+ Fertility, we occasionally receive questions about LGBTQ+ egg donation. We believe that not only should everyone be able to build their family, but also that everyone should be able...
Egg donation provides gay parents with a path to biological parenthood. In addition to cisgender gay men, other LGBTQ+ patients can also benefit from donor egg IVF, including cisgender women with nonviable eggs, trans women, gender-nonconforming and nonbinary people...
How the gestational carrier process works We’ve written this article on the gestational carrier (sometimes referred to as surrogacy) process for intended parents as a guide for what to expect. Gestational surrogacy is a beautiful path to parenthood that comes with...
What are the requirements to become an egg donor? Why do egg donor requirements exist? If you’ve considered donating eggs, you’ve probably noticed the long list of criteria for all donors. These requirements exist to protect the health, well-being, and safety of...
Egg donors provide their eggs to intended parents who cannot provide healthy eggs of their own to have a baby. Egg donation can be a rewarding and meaningful experience. It’s also a fairly complex process, and it’s important to be fully informed before deciding to...
Where do I donate eggs? If you’re considering donating eggs, you may be asking yourself, “where do I go for egg donation near me?". There are several different ways to donate eggs. These include: for a friend or family member, with an egg donor agency, and with an...
Join Drs. Stephanie Rothenberg and Darcy Broughton on Monday June 28 at 5PM PST. They are introducing the PNWF Center for LGBTQ+ Family Building and answering your questions about LGBTQ+ fertility care.
