Have you ever thought about how your healthy ovarian reserve could help someone else? At TFP Fertility, our egg sharing program enables women to donate some of their eggs to others who are trying to start a family. It’s not just an act of kindness; it can be a fulfilling journey. Plus, as a donor, you’ll benefit from a discounted rate on your own egg freezing treatment.
Curious about costs? Initially, you’ll cover the expense of the fertility assessment and consultation. If you’re accepted into our egg sharing program, the fees for your treatment cycle—including egg collection and HFEA treatment—will be significantly reduced. Keep in mind that any medications required will be billed separately, and additional procedures may incur extra charges as outlined in our fee schedule. There is also an annual storage fee for any eggs or embryos you have stored.
Here’s a quick overview of the costs involved:
- Fertility Assessment: £485 (includes consultation and fertility tests for women)
- Egg Freezing Cycle: £3,695 (includes egg retrieval and freezing)
- Egg Freezing with Egg Sharing: £990 (reduced cost for donors)
- Storage Fee: £370 annually
How to Get Started with Egg Sharing
Embarking on your egg sharing journey is straightforward, and we’re here to assist throughout the process. Here’s a breakdown of the steps involved:
- Referral or Self-Referral: You can join the program by having your GP refer you, or you can self-refer directly through our website.
- Fertility Assessment: We’ll conduct assessments to determine your suitability, including a scan to check your follicle count and a blood test for your AMH level. Ensure your BMI is between 18 and 29.9, and you are aged 19–35.
- Consultation: After the assessment, you’ll meet with us to discuss the results and your treatment plan, and we’ll address any questions you have.
- Screening and Counselling: We’ll perform blood tests to check for genetic conditions and infections. You’ll also speak with a fertility counsellor about the emotional aspects of egg sharing, which is vital for all donors.
- Treatment Planning: A nurse will guide you through the necessary steps for donating your eggs, including medication usage.
- Treatment Cycle: When your next period starts, you’ll call us for monitoring scans and begin hormone treatment to mature your eggs.
- Donating Your Eggs: On the collection day, you’ll need to fast for a few hours and will be sedated briefly while we collect your eggs. You can head home on the same day, but make sure to have someone to escort you.
If you’re wondering whether egg freezing is the right choice for you, check out our other blog posts, like this one on ovulation test sensitivity, which can provide more insights. Also, if you’re interested in at-home insemination options, consider the CryoBaby at-home insemination kit as a valuable resource. For further reading on IVF, Healthline offers excellent information about pregnancy and home insemination.
In summary, our egg sharing program at TFP Fertility not only helps women achieve their dreams of family but also reduces the financial burden of egg freezing for donors. If you think this could be the right path for you, don’t hesitate to reach out for more information!