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For an egg donor, having the encouragement and support of her friends and family can significantly influence her confidence in entering the egg donation process. Even though more people today are familiar with egg donation than before, it is still a sensitive topic with many myths and stigmas attached. As a result, many egg donors face difficult and often intrusive questions from their well-wishers. To put it plainly, a lack of understanding and education about this topic can transform an ordinary conversation into a stressful one.  At Rite Options , we understand that former, current, and prospective egg donors avoid having discussions on the topic of egg donation because they are often asked inappropriate questions.  Listed Below Are Three Questions You Should Avoid Asking An Egg Donor. 1) "How Much Are They Going To Pay You?" The irony about this question is that most people do not ask about compensation when discussing employment or salary items. However, curiosity see...

After repeatedly missing your period and failing another at-home pregnancy kit, you’re probably wondering why it’s challenging to get pregnant. There are multiple reasons as to why you are having difficulty conceiving. Age is the number one factor, followed by lifestyle choices. Women over the age of 35 find it more difficult to conceive naturally than women in their 20s. What if you and your partner are in your twenties and lead an active and healthy lifestyle, but are still unable to conceive? Then an underlying medical reason might be to blame.  Listed below are some of the most common medical conditions that lead to infertility and how they can be treated. Premature Menopause This is a condition when a woman stops having her periods before age 40. This is a genetic condition. Having premature menopause does not mean you cannot get pregnant because some women conceive their genetics. But most still have to pursue egg donation to become pregnant.  Some symptoms of premature...

Surrogacy provides a chance for parents to have a baby, which would've otherwise been impossible. There are a variety of reasons why some couples pursue the assistance of a surrogate mother. Some of these reasons are: Age Some women with advanced age, i.e., 45 and above, may feel they are not physically capable of carrying a baby for nine months and experiencing the bodily changes that occur with pregnancy. Same-Sex Couples Gay couples may use  surrogate services and egg donation services to start a family. This practice is gaining widespread acceptance from both the public and the medical community. Lack of a Womb The female in the couple may not have a womb. This usually results from a rare genetic disorder that affects up to 12,000 women per year. It may also be that the woman has had a hysterectomy. This medical procedure is necessary for the presence of certain types of cancer. Personal Decision Some women pursue surrogacy as a social choice, not a medical one. Everyone has ...

Scheduling your first infertility appointment is a difficult task. It requires a lot of inner strength and determination to accept that something within you isn’t working as it should and that you’d be willing to discover what it is to resolve. Chances are you’re experiencing an entire rainbow of emotions. You’re wondering whether it is you with “the problem” or your partner. There is also a bit of anxiety brewing because your body and relationship are about to be evaluated and verified by a medical professional, who is essentially a stranger. The key to overcoming much of this fear and anxiety is knowledge. When you know what to expect at your fertility appointment, it can better prepare you and help you feel relaxed. You can expect the following at your first fertility appointment: Review of Your Medical Information The doctor will inquire about your medical history, including your family’s medical history. They are listening for indications that point to a genetic or medical predisp...