To be an Egg Donor…

Successful donor candidates should have the following attributes:

Between the ages of 21-30

Fall within normal BMI Index (Normal height and weight proportionate)

Not taking the Depo shot

Have regular menstrual cycles every month

Have a great family health history including self.

Have No genetic/hereditary diseases that run in family (Self, parents and siblings etc.)

Not have traveled to anywhere where the Zika Virus is present within the last six months.

No mental illnesses self or family

Not suffering from ADHD, ADD or depression (Not on medication for any of those conditions)

College Education Preferred

Non-smoker (including marijuana)

Cannot have lived outside of the United States for more than 3 years (between the years 1982-1996)

Able to work in the United States

Responsible, committed and reliable a must

No tattoos or piercing within the past year (where an un-sterile needle was used)

Be able to administer daily medications for approx. 2 weeks – videos on how to administer medications at http://www.freedommedteach.com/eng/

Must have a flexible schedule to be able to go to appointments on time and travel if needed 7-10 days.

The Egg Donor Experience

From the time the Couple decides to work with you, both parties (Donor and Recipient Couple) will enter into a contract disbursed by NWED to work together. From this point forward the Recipient of the Donor eggs covers all expenses related to the "Egg Donation" process for the Donor.

The first step will be a phone/ zoom consultation, or in person visit with the Fertility Center Doctor. There will be pre-testing to evaluate the Donors level of Fertility in order to Donate. This may consist of an ultrasound and or bloodwork and usually near where you live. Once deemed eligible, moving forward the Donor will be placed on birth control pills to regulate her menstrual cycle during the Donation cycle.

Additionally after being chosen by a couple you will need to meet with the Psychologist for a psychological evaluation by phone. This is to ensure that you are of sound mind and that this is emotionally appropriate for you. Assuming that the Psychologist approves, then you will proceed.

The Donor and Donor Coordinator will receive an IVF calendar after pre-screening is met with appointments and travel dates. If the Donor has black out dates the Nurse Coordinator should be informed prior to issuing the Calendar (such as pre-planned vacation.)

FDA lab work is also required to check for communicable diseases such as HIV, Hepatitis, STD’s and includes a Drug Screen and can usually be completed locally. These results can take 2-3 weeks to receive.

A Genetic Screening may be required. You will receive a mouth swab kit in the mail to complete and return within the required time frame. This test may also be done in the form of a blood draw. This test will determine any diseases you may be a carrier for. If you are a Carrier it only means the Recipient Father will need to be tested as well.

After the medical screening is complete, your Nurse Coordinator will walk you through the process and inform you how and when to begin taking the fertility medications. The fertility drugs are shipped to you and administered by injection that you do yourself in the convenience of your own home 1-2 times a day for approx. 10-14 days.

While on fertility medication you may not engage in any physical activity such as exercise and must refrain from sexual activities until first menstrual cycle after retrieval (usually 10-14 days after retrieval). While on Fertility medications you will have additional blood work and ultrasound monitoring appointments (approx. 2-3) at the Fertility Center prior to the Retrieval procedure.

Based on the monitoring appointment(s) results the Fertility Center will let you know what day exactly will be your retrieval day. The procedure will consist of the retrieval of the eggs. The procedure takes about 30-40 minutes and you will be under anesthesia.

You must have a reliable Companion to travel with you or meet you there for the day of retrieval.

Recovery time varies from person to person, but most Donors fly home the next day if they were required to travel for the retrieval. Full recovery may take approx. 10-14 days or until you get your first menstrual cycle after your retrieval. Any and all medical questions remaining should be addressed to your assigned Doctor on your first visit.

The Egg Donation process is approximately 12 weeks from beginning to end. Your Donor Cycle Coordinator and your Nurse Coordinator will work closely with you throughout the Egg Donation process.

How Does Compensation Work?

You will receive an initial compensation, based upon your chosen fee

You may expect to ask for an increased compensation for additional donations, if qualified

If travel is required all travel cost are in addition to your compensation

You may make up to six (6) total donations

Additional benefits related to the donation process may be provided

Understanding Compensation

Donors are generally compensated $8,000 for their first donation. Since we cannot "price set" your compensation we can only "suggest" to request $8,000+ for participation in our program. Your compensation increases once you have donated and have done well. The compensation fee is on a per cycle basis, not per egg retrieved. After each cycle is complete donors must wait two to three months before another donation cycle.

Depending on the prospective parent(s) who choose to work with you, you may be required to travel 7-10 days at the end of your cycle and possibly once at the beginning of your cycle. Travel and expenses related to the donation cycle are to be paid by the prospective parent(s).