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Why Do We Require Egg Donors to Be At Least 19 Years Old?

When it comes to the life-changing gift of donating eggs, every detail matters – from the donor's well-being to the recipient's health and the chances of a successful pregnancy. At Nurture, we have carefully considered the factors contributing to a healthy, viable donation process, and our decision to set the...
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How Long Does It Take to Find a Match as an Egg Donor?

So, you've decided to become an egg donor. What an incredible decision! By now, you probably understand how the process works and what's expected of you, from the initial application to the donation procedure. But there's one question that may be on your mind: When will I be chosen? The...
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Hope Through Egg Donation: What to Expect as an IVF Recipient

For many South African couples and prospective parents struggling with infertility, egg donation combined with in vitro fertilisation (IVF) offers a beacon of hope. While it can be emotionally and physically challenging, this path to parenthood has helped countless people realise their dreams of starting or expanding their families. If...
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Can Families Created Through Egg Donation Thrive?

If you're considering starting or expanding your family through egg donation, you're not alone. Each year, more families around the world are embarking on this path, and the good news is that these families are thriving. While it's normal to have questions and even a few concerns about the long-term...
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The Benefits and Drawbacks of Using Donor Eggs

Starting a family is a dream many hold dear, but sometimes the journey isn’t straightforward. If you’re considering using donor eggs, you’re taking a courageous step towards realising that dream. Though filled with hope, this path can also be complex and emotional. Understanding the pros and cons can help you...
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What Are the Success Rates for Pregnancies Using Donor Eggs?

For many couples who knock on our door, the journey to parenthood has been filled with challenges. Their dream of starting a family often goes from hope and anticipation to desperation and despair. After years of trying, they finally decide to consider medical interventions, like IVF, only to realise another...
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The Nurture VIP Egg Donor Program: Donate to the Global Egg Bank

Every single one of our egg donors has a generous spirit and the drive to be part of something greater than themselves. That's why we asked ourselves how we can help our fantastic group of registered egg donors make an even bigger positive impact on the world. To answer that...
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What Happens On Egg Retrieval Day?

You've decided to be a superhero and donate eggs to help someone start a family. You've diligently followed your medication regimen and had several consultations with the doctor. Now, your eggs are primed and ready for retrieval. Congratulations on reaching this stage of your egg donation journey! Your perseverance truly...
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The Perils of Egg Donation Abroad

Donating eggs is supposed to be a wonderful and selfless gift. The donor should feel safe and cared for and be confident that her medical team has her best interest at heart. So, it's with great concern that we've noted a growing international market in assisted reproductive technology (ART), with...
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The Benefits And Drawbacks Of Donating Eggs

Thousands of hopeful parents have been given a second chance to become parents because of generous, strong young women like you! We think egg donation is the purest form of giving, and, as a bonus, it has some positive rewards for you! However, life is a balancing act, and you...
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