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Studies Show Frozen Donor Egg Success On Par With Fresh

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Recent studies are showing that frozen donor egg success rates are now comparable to fresh donor eggs!

Embryo Donation: Private Match vs. Agency – Which to Choose?

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If you’re exploring embryo donation, you may be considering either a private match or working with an agency like Donor Nexus. This video explores the pros and cons of each option!

Fresh vs. Frozen Donor Eggs: 5 Important Factors to Compare

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Fresh vs. frozen donor eggs - success rates, cost, amount of eggs received, timeline, cycle completion. We cover all the bases to help you make the best choice!

What is the Optimal Age for an Egg Donor?

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When selecting an egg donor, one of the key factors that fertility specialists and intended parents often consider is the donor’s age. But what exactly is the "optimal age" for an egg donor, and why does it matter so much? 

Donor Nexus Honors Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

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October recognizes Pregnancy and Infant Loss. If someone you know or yourself have experienced the loss of a child to stillbirth, miscarriage, SIDS, please join Donor Nexus in raising awareness around pregnancy loss. 

Finding Hope with Donor Eggs: Expert Advice from Dr. Daniel Potter

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In this episode of the Donor Egg Mama Podcast, Dr. Daniel Potter, a reproductive endocrinologist and Donor Nexus Medical Advisor, shares valuable insights on the emotional and medical aspects of donor egg IVF.

Expert Tips for Crafting Your Child's Donor Conception Story

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Licensed therapist Lisa offers expert tips in this blog to help you confidently navigate and frame the conversation about donor conception with your child.

Grieving Genetics & Finding My Identity as a Donor Egg Mom

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"Before getting pregnant, I knew I had to change my perspective if I was going to be able to accept using donor eggs."

Egg Donation Explained: Nonidentified, Identified, Open ID

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Deciding on the right type of egg donation — whether Nonidentified, Identified, or Open ID — depends on your personal preferences and comfort level with transparency and contact. Here’s a closer look to help you make an informed decision.

How to Prepare for IVF With Donor Eggs: A Personal Guide

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Find our 5 tips for preparing to receive donor eggs. From mindset to nutrition, these tips will help your DEIVF journey be as smooth and successful as possible.

7 Potential Disadvantages of Using Donor Eggs to Consider

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Just like most things in life, using donor eggs comes with its own set of pros and cons. In this blog, we explore 10 considerations – including physical, emotional, and financial aspects - to ensure that you’re fully informed and prepared before beginning the donor egg IVF process.

What I've Learned From Choosing an Egg Donor 3 Times

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Advice from an experienced mother via donor eggs who has done this once or twice (or three times!) "It’s totally normal to want to find a resemblance of yourself in the donor, just don’t obsess over it..."

5 Tips for Having Meaningful Conversations About Infertility

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June is World Infertility Awareness Month! To help you navigate how to talk about infertility, we’re here to share a few tips to transform potentially uncomfortable moments into meaningful interactions — whether or not you choose to disclose your personal journey.

5 Long-Term Stress Management Strategies for Infertility

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Did you know that infertility patients experience stress levels comparable to those of cancer patients? In this blog, we share strategies to help decrease stress levels long-term.

10 Tips for Bonding With Donor Egg Baby

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As a well-known advocate in the industry and mother via donor eggs herself, Victoria brings a special perspective to the table and helps parents navigate their unique journey using donor eggs.

Epigenetics: Donor Egg Mother's Influence Starts in the Womb

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Studies of epigenetics tell us that environmental factors from the birth mother’s body modify the gene expression, or what the gene does. Learn more about this fascinating concept in this blog and video post!

What Are My Options for Unused Embryos After IVF?

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If you're undecided on what to do with leftover embryos after IVF, you're not alone. Studies show that roughly 40% of patients are unsure of what to do with leftover embryos after IVF. It can be an overwhelming and emotional decision to make...

A Heartfelt Letter to Every DEIVF Mama-To-Be

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In this blog post, a DEIVF mother shares a heartfelt letter to new or soon-to-be mothers via donor egg. "Our bond is like nothing I could have ever imagined..."

Finding Hope: Endometriosis, Infertility and Donor Egg IVF

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Endometriosis is more common than you may think – affecting approximately 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, which is about 190 million women globally. By bringing more attention to endometriosis, we aim to foster a more empathetic environment where these women feel seen, validated, and supported.

Breaking Down the Costs: Embryo Adoption vs. Embryo Donation

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In this blog, we break down the costs of using donor embryos in IVF and compare the costs associated with embryo donation to the costs associated with embryo adoption. Let's dive in!

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