Are you or someone you know considering surrogacy?
If so, you’re certainly not alone. As science and technology advances, more and more people are turning to surrogacy as a viable option for achieving their family goals.
Surrogacy can be an emotionally draining experience both physically and mentally, but with understanding and compassion it also offers people the opportunity to have the family of their dreams.
But choosing an egg donor for your journey can be a daunting task as it’s a crucial decision that can affect the future of your family.
Some Factors You Should Consider
If you’re embarking on a surrogacy journey, it’s important to find an egg donor that not only matches your health and lifestyle ideals, but also resonates with you emotionally.
Here’s some factors you should consider when choosing an egg donor:
Medical Health and Genetic History: The medical and genetic history of the egg donor should be your top priority.
Why?
Because their medical history and genetics provide a window into understanding the potential risks and health concerns you may face with the pregnancy
Your donor should have a clean bill of health in terms of physical and mental symptoms that could be passed onto your child as well as free from communicable diseases such as HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and genetic disorders such as cystic fibrosis and sickle cell anemia.
While it’s not always possible to find an egg donor who matches all your desired genetic traits, you should work with your surrogacy agency to find a donor who closely matches your preferences.
Age and fertility: The age and fertility of the egg donor is another key factor to consider.
Generally speaking, younger egg donors have a higher chance of producing healthy embryos that can result in successful pregnancies.
Most surrogacy agencies set age limits for egg donors, typically between 21-35 years.
It’s good to also consider the donor’s fertility history, such as the number of successful pregnancies they have had in the past.
Education and personality: While physical and health characteristics are essential, the intellect and educational background are equally important factors in selecting an egg donor.
You may desire a donor with high intellectual abilities and a particular educational background as well as someone who shares your sense of humor, values or beliefs to be passed on to your child.
Emotional and Psychological Health: Surrogacy and egg donation can be emotionally and psychologically taxing for the donor, as well as the intended parents.
It’s so important to make sure to choose an egg donor who is healthy mentally, emotionally, and psychologically.
Look for donors who have gone through a screening process that assesses these factors and who are working with an agency that offers emotional and psychological support/programs during the process.
Choosing an egg donor should not be rushed into.
Make sure to take the time to consider all the above factors and more while keeping an open mind and willingness to be flexible during the selection process.
It’s good to consult with an attorney who has knowledge about the ins and outs of the surrogacy process to help you on your surrogacy journey. Rest assured that everything will work out in the end and you will have the family of your dreams.
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