Fairfax EggBank Blog

Frozen donor egg recipients have been through so many obstacles on the path to becoming parents. Those obstacles often create strength when we need it most. After more than 10 years working closely with donor egg parents, our Fairfax EggBank team has had the privilege of hearing their stories of resilience and hope. During a…

COVID-19 Donor egg parents are prepared for almost anything. When faced with another delay in starting a family, it can be comforting to have some control. Intended parents can reserve a donor now and ensure that egg cohorts are securely stored and will be ready for shipment when you are ready to build your family. …

You’ve committed to being an egg donor, but probably still wonder what the actual egg retrieval procedure will be like. Let’s go through it step by step. The egg retrieval process is a simple, quick, and painless procedure. In fact, you’ll have a very good chance of resuming your normal schedule the very next day…

To understand Fairfax EggBank’s history, we need to explore the legacies of its parent company, Genetics and IVF Institute (GIVF), and sibling company, donor sperm bank Fairfax Cryobank. 1988 – GIVF’s Fresh Donor Egg Program Established The first reported pregnancy in the United States involving the use of donor eggs was in 1984. However, egg…

Unsure about how the process works when working with a donor egg bank? You’ve come to the right place to find the answer. Below, we summarize the steps in a donor banking cycle. I. Undergo Screening 1. Apply Every donor must be screened through our thorough application process. Explore our website to learn about Fairfax…