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Donor egg & embryo programs

Donor egg & embryo programs

Donor egg & embryo programs

Atlantic Fertility's in-house donor egg and embryo program, Shared Beginnings, provides access to diverse, carefully screened donors and compassionate support throughout your journey.

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Building families with donor eggs or embryos

Donor egg and donor embryo treatments allow patients to pursue pregnancy using eggs donated by an individual or embryos created for another family or created with donor egg and donor sperm.

Understanding your options

Donor Egg: Eggs from a donor are fertilized with sperm and transferred to the uterus.

Donor Embryo: A previously created embryo is transferred directly to the uterus.

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Who should consider donor eggs or embryos?

Individuals with diminished ovarian reserve or premature ovarian insufficiency

Patients with repeated unsuccessful IVF cycles

Intended parents who wish to avoid passing on certain genetic conditions

Same-sex male couples or individuals building families with a gestational carrier

Patients seeking a more efficient path to pregnancy

Why choose Atlantic Fertility for donor egg & embryo care

Our success isn’t just in numbers, it’s in families built, fears eased, and lives changed. Patients choose Atlantic Fertility for comprehensive, compassionate care and proven outcomes.

Expert care

Unlike agencies staffed by business people, we are board-certified providers with your best interest as our top priority.

Guaranteed outcomes

We offer guaranteed live birth options that provide peace of mind and financial assurances.

Egg & embryo quality

All donors undergo comprehensive medical, genetic, and psychological screening for the highest standards.

Diverse donor pool

We offer a diverse selection of egg donors across ethnicities, backgrounds, and characteristics.

Affordability

Our shared donor model offers higher success rates while keeping donor treatment costs significantly lower.

What is the difference between donor egg and donor embryo?

What is the difference between donor egg and donor embryo?

What is the difference between donor egg and donor embryo?

Are donor eggs or embryos screened?

Are donor eggs or embryos screened?

Are donor eggs or embryos screened?

Can I use my partner’s sperm?

Can I use my partner’s sperm?

Can I use my partner’s sperm?

What are success rates like?

What are success rates like?

What are success rates like?

How long does the process take?

How long does the process take?

How long does the process take?

Will insurance cover donor treatment?

Will insurance cover donor treatment?

Will insurance cover donor treatment?

Do I need a referral to pursue donor treatment?

Do I need a referral to pursue donor treatment?

Do I need a referral to pursue donor treatment?

What are the requirements to become an egg donor?

What are the requirements to become an egg donor?

What are the requirements to become an egg donor?

Can I still have intercourse during a donation cycle?

Can I still have intercourse during a donation cycle?

Can I still have intercourse during a donation cycle?

What is an open ID donor?

What is an open ID donor?

What is an open ID donor?

A supported path forward

Donor egg and donor embryo treatment may offer the clarity and hope you’re looking for. Schedule a consultation to explore your options with confidence.

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