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Your Journey, Your Timeline
For those who are thinking ahead about starting a family but aren’t quite there yet, egg freezing may be worth considering. As a form of fertility preservation, it offers the opportunity to store your eggs now so they may be available when the time is right for you.
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 process where a woman’s unfertilised eggs are frozen and stored for later use. To do this, the woman undergoes an Ovarian Stimulation Cycle, similar to IVF.
After collection, the eggs are frozen and stored until they are needed. It is important to be aware that egg quality tends to decrease with age, meaning that a greater number of eggs may need to be frozen to maintain a similar chance of a successful live birth.
Who Might Consider Egg Freezing?
There are many personal reasons why someone may consider egg freezing. However, it may be more commonly considered by women who:
- Are not yet ready to pursue a pregnancy
- Are focused on their career at this stage of life
- May require chemotherapy in the near future
Ready to take the first step towards your future family?
Please feel free to get in touch with our team to talk through your options.
The Egg Freezing Process Explained
1. Hormonal Stimulation
The hormonal stimulation phase generally begins around 10-12 days before egg collection takes place. This stage aims to support the ovaries in producing multiple eggs.
2. Egg Collection
When the time comes for egg collection, an ultrasound-guided probe is used during the procedure. A fine needle connected to the probe is then carefully used to collect the eggs from the ovary.
3. Egg Freezing
The eggs are then vitrified once collected, which involves replacing the water within each egg with a protective fluid. Following this, the eggs are frozen in liquid nitrogen at -196°C and stored safely for future use.
Your Egg Freezing Questions Answered
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?
The costs associated with egg freezing can vary based on individual circumstances. Medicare may also provide coverage for egg freezing where it is considered medically necessary. To learn more, please reach out to your Surfcoast Fertility consultant or visit our costs page.
Your Reasons to Choose Surfcoast Fertility
Understanding
At Surfcoast Fertility, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, respectful care.
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
Our clinic operates Monday to Friday between 9 am and 5 pm, so you can plan your appointments at a time that suits you.
Take the Next Step With 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.
