Ep 348: When to Consider Donor Eggs

Questioning when to use donor eggs? In this episode of Fertility Docs Uncensored, Dr. Susan Hudson from Texas Fertility Center and Dr. Carrie Bedient from The Fertility Center of Las Vegas explore when donor eggs may be worth considering. This week's listener question focuses on fibroids, sperm motility, and fertility treatment at age 39, including how fibroid location can affect treatment, when IVF or embryo banking may make sense. The Docs tackle the differences between known and de-identified donors and fresh and frozen egg cycles. They also explain how age, ovarian reserve, genetic conditions, previous treatment outcomes, cost, and family goals can factor into the decision. The conversation includes the emotional side of donor conception, including counseling and disclosure to future children. Listen in for the easily accessible conversation surrounding one of the most emotional decisions in fertility.