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Egg Freezing
Just because your body is at its peak of conceiving, doesn’t mean your mind or life situation is in the same place. If you would like to have a family one day, or just want to keep your options open, egg freezing can give you peace of mind about your future fertility.
Egg Freezing
What is Egg Freezing?
Egg freezing is a method of collecting, preserving and storing your unfertilised eggs. Your eggs are frozen through a process called vitrification, which means they are frozen in time. They are stored safely in our lab until you determine if you need to use them.
Why do I need Egg freezing?
Egg quality and quantity decline with age. You can’t put a pause on your biological clock, but you can freeze your eggs because frozen eggs don’t age. Age is the most important determinant of IVF success. If you choose to use your frozen eggs to conceive in the future, the chances of successful IVF treatment will be based on the age at which you freeze your eggs.
For example, if you freeze your eggs at 30, then decide to use them when you’re 35, you have the same chance as a 30-year-old to achieve an IVF pregnancy. Ultimately, the younger you are when you freeze your eggs, the better.
Why do I choose Nandini IVF & Research Centre to freeze my eggs?
When you freeze your eggs with Nandini IVF & Research Centre, you can rest assured that you are safe. Dr Shipra Bahuguna Gaur has been with Monash IVF, which pioneered egg freezing, and in 1999, achieved the world’s first birth from a vitrified (frozen) egg. Since then, there have been significant advances in egg-freezing techniques, meaning your chances of taking a baby home using your frozen eggs are better than ever.
What is the Correct age to freeze my eggs?
Under 25 years of age
Age is the biggest indicator of fertility potential; however, if you’re under 25, it’s unlikely you need to worry. If you’re within this age bracket, egg freezing may not be recommended because your ovarian reserve is high. However, if you are concerned about pre-existing family conditions or medical or lifestyle factors that may be impacting your fertility, you should speak with one of our fertility nurses or book an appointment with a fertility specialist for personalised guidance.
Age 25 – 30
Fertility declines with age, so it’s a good idea to be proactive about your fertility when you’re younger. Ultimately, the younger you freeze your eggs, the better. If you’re considering egg freezing or want to have your fertility assessed, speak with our fertility specialist for expert advice.
Age 31 - 38
The early to mid-30s is the most common age at which patients decide to freeze their eggs. Evidence shows that there’s a sharp decline in fertility after the age of 35. The takeaway? It’s important to have conversations with medical professionals early and put a plan in place to preserve your fertility.
If you’re between 35 and 38 years old and want to have a baby one day, but are not ready yet, you must see a fertility specialist. It’s better to understand the options available to you when you’re younger to avoid disappointment and heartache in the future.
Age 39+
By the time a person with eggs reaches the age of 40, their chance of getting pregnant naturally drops to around 5% each month. If you’re older than 39 years of age, egg freezing may not be suitable for you. If you’re within this age bracket and considering egg freezing, you don’t have any time to waste. Please see a fertility specialist to understand the options available to you. If you’re ready to start your family now, fertility treatment with donor sperm could be a viable option. Book a video consultation for guidance on your next steps.
Why freeze my eggs?
There are many reasons to freeze your eggs.
Everyone’s reasons for freezing their eggs are different. Common reasons for egg freezing include:
- I want to have a baby one day, but I’m not ready to be a parent yet.
- I’ve recently broken up with a long-term partner with whom I was planning to start a family.
- I’ve got health concerns that might be a threat to my fertility, like severe endometriosis or a cancer diagnosis.
- I haven’t found the right person to settle down with yet.
- I’m unsure if I want to have kids, but I want to keep my options open.
Whatever your reason for freezing your eggs, we’re here to help you explore if it’s right for you.
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