During your initial assessment, which is free of charge, we’ll take the time to review your personal medical history as well as any relevant familial history that may impact your fertility. We’ll also discuss your overall health and any concerns you may have about the egg freezing process. This is a great opportunity to get a clear picture of where you stand and to develop a customized plan that fits your needs.

The optimal time to freeze your eggs can vary depending on your individual fertility and life circumstances. However, we typically recommend freezing your eggs before the age of 35. That’s because, while your fertility starts to gradually decline in your late 20s and early 30s, the drop is more significant after age 35. Freezing your eggs earlier gives you the best chance of having healthy, viable eggs for future use.

The total cost of the egg freezing process, including medication, generally ranges between $5,000 to $7,000. The procedure itself costs around $8,000, and that includes the first year of storage. After that, there is an annual storage fee of $450, or you can opt for a 5-year plan at $2,100. We’re happy to discuss payment plans and financial options to make the process more accessible.

Your eggs can be stored for as long as you’d like, so there’s no expiration date. As long as your eggs are being stored with us, there will be an annual storage fee. We also offer long-term storage plans to help make it more manageable.

Endometriosis can affect your fertility by causing inflammation, scarring, and other issues that interfere with your ovarian reserve and egg quality. Freezing your eggs early, before the condition further impacts your fertility, can be a great option to preserve your chances of having biological children in the future. We can discuss how endometriosis might impact your individual situation during your consultation.

AMH stands for Anti-Mullerian Hormone. It’s a hormone produced by the small follicles in your ovaries. An AMH test helps measure your ovarian reserve, or how many eggs you have left. While it doesn’t tell us everything, it’s an important marker of your fertility potential and helps us make recommendations about your egg freezing options.

Egg freezing is generally very safe, but like any medical procedure, there are some potential side effects. Some women experience mild discomfort during the process, and the medications used can cause a rare condition called Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS). This is when your ovaries become enlarged and fluid accumulates in the abdomen. However, it’s usually mild. We’ll monitor you closely throughout the process to minimize any risks.

Unfortunately, egg freezing itself is not covered by OHIP. However, some of the diagnostic testing that we perform to assess your fertility may be covered. Additionally, your initial virtual consultation and follow-up assessment with our Nurse Practitioners are free of charge.

If you decide not to use your frozen eggs or embryos, you have a couple of options. You can choose to donate them to research, donate them to another person, or have them discarded. We’ll be here to support you in making the decision that feels right for you.

No, freezing your eggs won’t affect your future fertility. The process of retrieving eggs for freezing only selects the eggs that your body would naturally have discarded that month, so it doesn’t reduce your ovarian reserve or harm your ability to conceive in the future.

To keep your eggs healthy, it’s important to focus on a balanced lifestyle. Regular exercise, a nutritious diet rich in antioxidants, and maintaining a healthy weight can all contribute to better egg health. Avoid smoking, excessive alcohol, and manage stress, as these can negatively impact egg quality. During your consultation, we can provide personalized recommendations to help you optimize your fertility.

Insurance coverage for egg freezing varies widely depending on your plan. Some plans may cover parts of the process, such as diagnostic tests or medications, while others may not. It’s best to check with your provider, and we can help guide you through any questions you might have about coverage.

We take every precaution to ensure your eggs and embryos remain safe, even in the event of a power outage. Our storage facilities are equipped with backup generators and monitoring systems to maintain the optimal environment for preserving your eggs.

The number of cycles you may need depends on various factors, such as your age, ovarian reserve, and the number of mature eggs retrieved in each cycle. On average, we aim to freeze around 10 to 20 eggs to increase the chances of a future pregnancy. For younger women, one cycle may be enough, while others may require more than one to achieve the desired number of eggs. We can determine this more accurately after your initial assessment and during the monitoring process.

Success rates can vary based on the age at which your eggs were frozen and the number of viable eggs retrieved. Generally, eggs frozen before the age of 35 tend to have higher success rates. On average, about 70-90% of eggs survive the thawing process, and about 50-70% of those eggs may fertilize successfully. It’s important to note that freezing more eggs can improve your chances, as not all will survive or fertilize. We’ll go over these details with you in your consultation to help manage expectations.

Egg freezing and IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) are similar in the initial stages, as both involve stimulating the ovaries to produce multiple eggs and retrieving them through a minimally invasive procedure. The key difference is what happens afterward. With egg freezing, the eggs are frozen and stored for future use. In IVF, the eggs are immediately fertilized with sperm to create embryos, which are then transferred to the uterus or frozen for future transfers. Egg freezing gives you the flexibility to use the eggs at a later time.

The egg freezing process typically takes about 2 to 3 weeks from the start of ovarian stimulation to the egg retrieval. The first step involves around 10-14 days of hormone injections to stimulate your ovaries, followed by monitoring through blood tests and ultrasounds. Once your eggs are mature, we’ll perform the retrieval procedure, which is a same-day process. After that, your eggs are frozen and stored. We’ll guide you through each step to make sure you’re comfortable and informed throughout the process.

Egg freezing can be an emotional journey for many women. While it offers empowerment and peace of mind for the future, it can also bring up feelings of uncertainty, pressure, or anxiety about the outcomes. It’s completely normal to have a range of emotions during this process. To help you prepare, we recommend having a solid support system, whether it’s family, friends, or even a fertility counselor. We’re also here to support you, both medically and emotionally, throughout your entire journey. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us for additional guidance or resources.