Donor Egg Bank USA Blog

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 »

PRIDE MONTH FAMILY SPOTLIGHT: MEET THE DADS BEHIND @TWODAPPERDADS

June is a special month for our brothers and sisters in the LGBTQ+ community. For Pride 2021, we celebrate and spotlight stories of families that are created with love and, in many cases, frozen donor egg, just like the dads behind @twodapperdads. We had a chance to catch up with this amazing donor egg family. Meet Justin and Chris Michael, and little guy, Elijah hailing from St. Louis, MO! Read the rest of this entry »

Moving from IVF to Frozen Donor Eggs: What to Expect

Moving from IVF to Frozen Donor Eggs: What to Expect For many experiencing infertility, in vitro fertilization (IVF) is often treated as the ‘go-to’ solution to get pregnant. Unfortunately, while some families find success with this option, it doesn’t always work. There’s nothing more disheartening than putting all of your hopes, expectations, and optimism into a process, only to have it fail. Whether you suffer a heartbreaking miscarriage or don’t have a positive result at all, it can leave you feeling broken and wondering about your other options. Read the rest of this entry »

Will I Regret Using Donor Eggs? (Answer: Absolutely Not!)

What happens when your pregnancy test finally smiles back at you, and you receive the positive results you’ve been hoping for? If you use donor eggs to conceive, are you afraid you’ll regret your decision to use them afterwards? It’s easy to see why someone might fear the unknown when using an egg donor. Thankfully, the benefits of egg donation far outweigh any potential feelings of doubt and uncertainty you initially might have. There are many great reasons why regret should be the last thing on your mind after you conceive with donor eggs. Read the rest of this entry »

Feeling the Holiday Blues? How to Become a Parent with Donor Eggs in 2021

As stockings are hung and lights are placed, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season tend to be at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Everyone, that is, except for individuals and couples trying to have a baby. For any person struggling with infertility, holidays can be one more reminder of what you don’t have and the dreams you long to fulfill. It’s hard to get into the holly-jolly state of mind when all you really want is a positive sign on your pregnancy test. Read the rest of this entry »

Considering ‘The Big Three’: Our Success Rates, Egg Donor Choice, and Financial Options

Infertility struggles often come with a willingness to do whatever it takes to have the baby for which you have been dreaming. For this reason, many individuals and couples seek out treatment opportunities that offer the highest chance of success—like frozen donor eggs. Read the rest of this entry »

Exploring Our Diverse Database of 430+ Egg Donors With Frozen Eggs

Moving forward with egg donation can be a challenging decision. However, once the choice is made, you are in control of the process by selecting your donor. Choosing the right donor may take time and it can be an enjoyable experience. Read the rest of this entry »

Mastery and Excellence: How Do Clinics Receive Our Seal of Quality Assurance?

When it comes to managing and treating infertility, there’s no room for mediocre solutions. This is precisely why Donor Egg Bank USA is committed to providing oocytes of the highest standard to anyone who wants to use egg donation to start their family. We believe everyone has the right to quality fertility treatments; therefore, we work with the most reputable and knowledgeable fertility specialists in the industry. Read the rest of this entry »

To Tell or Not to Tell: How Much of Your Donor Egg Journey Are You Willing to Share?

There’s a certain beauty that comes with trying to start a family—no matter what method you use to do so. Unfortunately, there can be significant misinformation or miseducation surrounding fertility treatments. This lack of understanding can cause harsh opinions and heartbreaking knee-jerk reactions. When hopeful parents choose to use egg donation to help them have a baby, they often feel concerned about how their family and friends will react to the news. Read the rest of this entry »

What Do I Do When Others Ignore My Miscarriage?

Miscarriage is a part of life, and 10 to 20% of pregnancies will result in a loss. Even though donor eggs can reduce the likelihood of a miscarry, they still do happen. While one may have a miscarriage with their own eggs or a donor’s, it is never an easy experience. Read the rest of this entry »