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🎙️ Episode TitleEgg Donation: Inside EditionSeason 2, Episode 2💬 Episode SummaryIn this week’s episode, Laura and Brandis pull back the curtain on egg donation—what it is, who can donate, and how the process really works at CNY Fertility. Whether you’ve thought about donating eggs yourself, are curious about using a donor, or just want to understand what “open ID” means, this episode offers a transparent, compassionate, and empowering look inside the world of egg donation.They break down the qualifications, medical steps, compensation, and emotional considerations of becoming an egg donor—plus, they share personal experiences from their own egg retrievals to help listeners know what to expect.🧬 Key Topics CoveredCNY’s In-House Donor Program: How it works and what makes it unique.Qualifications for Egg Donors:Ages 21–32BMI between 18–35Non-smoker/non-drug userAMH level of 1.5 or greaterOpen ID Policy Explained: What “open ID” means, how donor privacy is maintained, and how donor-conceived individuals can access medical information at age 18.The Donation Process:Medical screening and genetic testingThe IVF cycle timeline (injections, monitoring, egg retrieval)Recovery tips and aftercare (yes—bring sweatpants!)Compensation & Split Cycles:Donors earn $4,000 per cycleOption to split cycles—freeze or use half of your eggs while donating the restKnown vs. Anonymous Donors:How it works if you’re donating to someone you knowWhy “anonymous” donation is evolving with DNA testing and transparencyEthical and Emotional Aspects:The selflessness behind donationHow donors give families the chance to growPersonal reflections from Laura and Brandis on their own fertility experiences💡 TakeawaysEgg donation is an incredibly generous and life-changing act that helps individuals and couples create families.The process is safe, structured, and supported—with donor privacy, medical safety, and emotional care at the forefront.If you’re considering becoming an egg donor, CNY Fertility makes the process accessible with options that can also support your own fertility goals.Resources & LinksLearn more or apply: cnyfertility.com/become-an-egg-donorAsk a question or share your story: Submit anonymously at cnyfertility.com/fertileishConnect with Laura & Brandis: DM @fertileish_podcast on Instagram🎧 Listen NowAvailable on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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