Fairfax EggBank Blog

We recently interviewed Krystle, an egg donor who started with us 8 years ago. She shared with us what her motivations to donate were, how her experience was, and how she feels today. What drove your decision to donate? I couldn’t imagine not being able to have children. When I think about how many women can’t…

If you’re serious about exploring the idea of donating your eggs, you know that the screening process includes a detailed look at your family’s medical history. This helps our donor egg recipients, know about any inherited diseases or genetic disorders for the health of their future children. But knowing your own family history also helps you, the…

If you’re considering egg donation, a lot of your questions are probably about time. How much time will it take? Will I have to miss school or work? How can I fit the process into my day to day life? You owe it to yourself to get a clear understanding of the time involved in…

Thinking about becoming an egg donor? If you’ve done any research, you’ve probably encountered more than a few myths about egg donation. But urban legends and misinformation won’t help you make a sound decision when it comes to donating your eggs. Let’s explore how some common myths hold up against the facts. Myth 1: Donors…

Many applicants apply with confidence that they are emotionally ready to become an egg donor. Yet, once they complete our application, they realize certain physical limitations and information needs prevent them from moving forward in the process. Before diving into the application, take this quick assessment of the most common barriers to see if you’re ready to…