Fertility Preservation Lara
Care that respects your individual needs.
Your Future, Your Choice
If you’d like to keep your options open for starting a family in the future, egg freezing may be something to consider. It is a form of fertility preservation that stores your eggs until you are ready, giving you greater flexibility around your family planning timeline.
At Surfcoast Fertility, we provide thorough, caring support to guide you through your fertility journey and help you find the path that may suit you best.
What You Should Know About Egg Freezing
Egg freezing is a procedure in which a woman’s unfertilised eggs are collected, frozen, and stored until they are needed. To prepare for egg collection, the woman undergoes an Ovarian Stimulation Cycle, a process comparable to that used in IVF.
The eggs are collected, frozen, and stored for future use. However, it is worth keeping in mind that egg quality naturally declines with age. As a result, the older a woman is at the time of freezing, the more eggs that may be required to achieve the same prospect of a live birth.
Who is Egg Freezing For?
There are many reasons why someone might consider egg freezing, and these are often very personal in nature. That said, it may be more frequently considered by women who:
- Are planning to delay pregnancy for the time being
- Have significant professional commitments that take priority at this time
- Are anticipating the need for chemotherapy in the coming period
Thinking about planning ahead for your future family?
We welcome you to reach out to our team to explore what may be right for you.
The Egg Freezing Process Made Simple
1. Hormonal Stimulation
Hormonal stimulation usually takes place around 10-12 days prior to egg collection. This process aims to help stimulate the ovaries in an effort to produce multiple eggs.
2. Egg Collection
Egg collection takes place using an ultrasound-guided probe once the eggs are ready. A fine needle attached to the probe is then used to retrieve the eggs from the ovary.
3. Egg Freezing
Once collected, the eggs undergo vitrification, a process where the water inside the egg is replaced with a protective fluid. The eggs are then frozen in liquid nitrogen at -196°C and stored until they are needed.
Common Questions About Egg Freezing
Is egg collection painful?
A light anaesthetic or sedation is generally used during the egg collection procedure, with the aim of helping to manage any pain or discomfort throughout the process.
What is the storage duration for frozen eggs?
In most cases, eggs may be stored for many years without harm. Some states have laws in place regarding how long eggs can be stored, though it is often possible to extend this period with the relevant approval.
What are the costs involved in egg freezing?
Egg freezing costs may differ depending on your personal circumstances. It is also worth noting that Medicare may cover egg freezing if it is regarded as medically necessary. For more detailed information, please speak with your Surfcoast Fertility consultant or take a look at our costs page.
Your Reasons to Choose Surfcoast Fertility
Understanding
At Surfcoast Fertility, we believe that every patient deserves to be treated with compassion and respect throughout their fertility journey.
Highly Trained
Our entire team is trained in up-to-date fertility practices to ensure that every patient receives high-quality, personalised care.
Reliable Hours
With clinic hours running Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, we aim to make it as convenient as possible for you to schedule your appointments.
Taking the Next Step Towards Egg Freezing
Your reasons for considering fertility preservation are your own, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Using the latest egg freezing technology and evidence-based care, our team is committed to helping you work towards your fertility goals. Reach out to us today or book an appointment to begin your journey.
