Donor Egg Bank USA Blog

Motherhood: The Necessity of Innovation. Lessons Learned From Donor Egg Bank USA Founder, Heidi Hayes, As She Considers Her Next Move

In March of 2012, Heidi Hayes helped to launch a pioneering leader in the world of frozen donor eggs, Donor Egg Bank USA. Now, almost exactly a decade later, in a perfect-circle moment, she’s made the decision to entrust this flourishing company to the care of others. As Heidi explains, “It’s the right time in my children’s lives for me to step back and focus even more of my attention on them.” As the mother of a high school junior and two sixth graders, Heidi doesn’t want to miss a moment of this exciting time. She’s thrilled to be able to attend their activities, to help them ignite their passion for learning, and to be there as they navigate their teen years. Read the rest of this entry »

“10 Great Reasons to Fall in Love with Donor Egg Bank USA”

At Donor Egg Bank USA, Valentine’s Day is one of our favorite holidays. Maybe that’s because we understand that love is what makes a family — no matter how it’s created. And if you’re considering growing yours using frozen donor eggs, you might be interested in just a few of the reasons our families are so smitten with what we do — today and every day. Read the rest of this entry »

Get to Know Wayne Caswell … and Why He’s Focused on Your Success

Meet Wayne Caswell, the senior director of embryology for Donor Egg Bank USA. You might say that Wayne is equal parts scientist, detective, coach, and mathematician. However, if you’re someone who’s interested in using frozen donor eggs from Donor Egg Bank USA to grow your family, the most important thing you need to know about Wayne is, that he is 100% dedicated to helping ensure your success. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Have a Happ(ier) Holiday, When You’re Hoping for a Baby

Tis the season to be jolly, fa, la, la, la … blah. While the holidays can be a time of great joy, if you’re struggling with infertility, it also can come with sadness and frustration. It starts with the toy catalogs taunting you in October, then the holiday cards arrive, “Season’s greetings from the (fill in the blank) FAMILY.” Not to mention the inescapable pregnancy and birth announcements on social media, “So much to celebrate this year!” It’s almost impossible not to think, “Why is that not me? Why am I ringing in yet another year without a baby? This was supposed to be THE year that it was going to happen for me.” Read the rest of this entry »

The Advantages of Frozen Donor Eggs

For many individuals, when using donor egg to conceive a child, the choice comes down to which type of donor egg should they use; fresh or frozen. Initially, when the process began (around 1984 1) only fresh eggs were used with donor egg IVF procedures. Eventually, frozen donor eggs became an option as well, but were used less frequently. That is, until 2013, when a newer, more effective way to preserve eggs became more widely used and accepted. The process, known as “vitrification,” helped to make frozen donor eggs a truly viable alternative to fresh donor eggs. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Put Your Mind at Ease If You're Worried Your Donor Egg-Conceived Baby Won’t Feel Like Your Own

“But what if the baby won’t feel like mine?” There it is, the number-one fear of potential parents considering using donor egg to create their families. Obviously, there’s nothing that can be said or done to magically dismiss this concern and make it disappear forever. However, there are a few things you might want to consider to help put this understandable doubt in perspective. Read the rest of this entry »

Family Spotlight: Meet Dads Burton Buffaloe and Dustin Smith

This month’s family spotlight focuses on an amazing donor egg conceived family. Dads — Burton and Dustin — are raising their twin kiddos in Raleigh, North Carolina. They use their platforms to shed light and awareness about the LGBTQ+ community, gay rights equality, and creating visibility. Follow along on their journey of raising their little Buffaloes. Read the rest of this entry »

Donor Egg Costs: Choosing The Right Plan For You

Infertility is difficult to contend with, but it’s made even more challenging by the often high-cost options needed to build your family, like adoption or IVF. Unfortunately, most treatments don’t qualify for insurance coverage in many states. Thankfully, frozen donor egg cycles are one of the more affordable options available for individuals unable to conceive with their own eggs. We have developed financial plans to get your fertility journey started on the right foot. Let’s start by reviewing why frozen donor eggs may be your best choice. Read the rest of this entry »

A Nurse’s Perspective on Donor Egg Treatment: Interview with Becca Murillo

Fertility problems may seem inconsequential to anyone who hasn’t experienced them. But for the 1-in-8 couples in the United States struggling to get pregnant, the physical, emotional, and financial strains that accompany infertility can be extremely challenging. For this reason, they must have an empowering team of professionals to guide them. Some of the most important members of a fertility treatment team are the nurses who help intended parents navigate the process. We’re proud to have Becca Murillo, a RN experienced in the infertility field, here to answer questions about infertility, donor eggs, and the role that nurses play. Read the rest of this entry »

PRIDE MONTH FAMILY SPOTLIGHT: MEET THE GROWING CLARK-SALLY FAMILY

We are so excited to continue the celebration of both Pride 2021 and our newest family spotlight, the Clark-Sally Family, from Madison, WI. David and Matt are girl dads to daughters Madden and Kate and are excitedly awaiting the arrival of their baby girl via donor egg this October. Their passion for representation and visibility within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond is palpable through their story and social feeds. You’ll fall in love with this family, just like we have! Read the rest of this entry »