Tag Archives: Fertility

Although infertility is a common medical condition, it, unfortunately, suffers from a number of cultural and social stigmas. Many people have a basic understanding of what infertility is, but their perceptions are often eclipsed by inaccurate information. That’s why it’s important for people in the inf…

In recent years, women have become more proactive than ever before about their reproductive health and choices. For example, it’s becoming increasingly common for women to put off starting their families until they are older so that they can focus on their careers or accomplish other personal g…

When does the need for an egg donor arise? Egg donation is a resource for LGBT couples, single parents, and those who are unable to build their family on their own without the use of egg donors either due to a specific fertility diagnosis or unsuccessful fertility treatment. When egg donation is…

There are a number of major occurrences in your life you might broadcast to family and friends: a new job, getting married, buying a house, an incredible vacation to Hawaii, etc. Typically, building your family is almost certainly one of those occasions, but what if you’re using an egg donor? For s…

Many women grow tired of getting a side elbow or wink from friends and relatives urging them to “get on with pregnancy.” Though women may feel less pressure to follow a rigid path to marriage and childbirth now than in bygone eras, the misconceptions society holds regarding a woman’s age and her ferti…

For many women aged 18 to 32, becoming an egg donor is an excellent way to help a couple in need build a family. Egg donors are compensated for their time, effort and dedication to helping dreams come true for infertile couples or LGBT couples. Unfortunately, not everyone qualifies to be a donor in…