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March 27, 2013
5 Things to Look for When Choosing an Egg Donation Agency
There are many factors to consider when searching for an Egg Donation Agency and intended parents use different qualifications to decide what is best for them. Some intended parents choose an egg donation agency based on their location, some use in-house donors from their fertility clinic, others decide based on a recommendation from their doctor, […]
April 15, 2024
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 […]
April 4, 2024
EDS Home
Creating Happy Families We know the journey to creating your happy family has likely been long and difficult to navigate. At Egg Donor Solutions we want to help make that a distant memory. We have a compassionate and experienced team that truly enjoys serving our clients to ensure you can enjoy this part of the journey. We […]
February 12, 2024
What to expect at a 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 […]
January 15, 2024
Choosing the right donor for your family
Choosing the right egg donor for your family is indeed an important decision, and it can feel overwhelming with so many factors to consider. It can be helpful to create a “must-have” and a “would-be-nice-if” list to narrow down your options and find a donor who feels like a good fit for you. When making […]
December 7, 2023
When your donor is a carrier
This article from Egg Donor & Surrogate Solutions discusses the topic of genetic carrier screening for egg donors and its importance in the egg donation process. It emphasizes that being a genetic carrier for a certain condition should not necessarily prevent intended parents from moving forward with their chosen donor. The article explains what it […]
November 9, 2023
Meet Genetic Counselor Pamela Callum
Genetic screening is a key component of the egg donation process. It provides intended parents with important health information for their future child and also gives donors insight into their family health history and genetic risk factors they may not have known about previously. Pamela Callum and her team at Tandem Genetics conduct genetic screening […]
November 2, 2023
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 […]
October 19, 2023
Egg Donation by the Numbers
How many eggs can we expect to get from a donor? This is often one of the first questions intended parents (IPs) ask when choosing to build their family through egg donation. It is closely followed by: Will we get to keep all of the eggs? In short, IPs typically end up with an average […]
October 5, 2023
Donor’s favorite experiences
Writing a letter to your egg donor is a meaningful way to express your gratitude and establish a connection with her. Here are some tips to consider when crafting your letter: Let her get to know you: Share information about yourself and your story. Discuss your hobbies, career, and the importance of having a child. […]