Become an Egg Donor

Do you want to donate your eggs? At Atlanta Center for Reproductive Medicine, we thoroughly evaluate each donor in order to ensure the standards for this specialized therapy are met. The first step is for the potential egg donor to complete the Egg Donor Application. Donor applicants provide medical records and photographs. Should the donor meet the eligibility standards, she will begin her screening appointments in our office. Donors are compensated for their time beginning with the very first screening appointment. Compensation will increase as each step of the process is completed.

Donor screening is broken into three phases. Phase 1 consists of a general physical and gynecological exam and blood work. During this phase the entire process is explained to the Donor and answers are provided for any questions or concerns the Donor may have.

During phase two, our genetics counselor will review the applicant’s personal medical history and family information. Genetic lab testing will be run from blood work drawn at this time.

During the final phase of the screening process, the applicant will meet with a psychologist to discuss the process and for a written psychological evaluation test.

What advice would you give a young women who is thinking about donating her eggs?

I would tell her that it is an amazing feeling to learn more about your body as a woman. You can help someone else create a life, a life that isn't possible without people like you. I felt very empowered and gained more self-confidence by truly understanding what my body is capable of. I also had a wonderful support system from my boyfriend, close friends, and family. I simply feel that I helped someone with similar physical traits and mental characteristics achieve a successful pregnancy. It is all about your personal beliefs and mindset. The initial process is very long, but worth it in the end. You receive a generous compensation and a feeling that you helped someone achieve the dream of becoming a parent.

What sparked your interest in donating?

I personally know someone who was able to conceive through an egg donor. There was never a doubt in my mind that she felt like she made the right decision. It was a beautiful thing to see her so happy after years of struggling to have a baby.

What concerns did you have when you first applied?

I was worried that donation would create problems with my own reproductive health, but the opposite is true. I am now more conscious of the health of my body and understand how fertile I really am. When the time comes for me to have my own child, I know I will be just fine. I was also slightly nervous about injections, the retrieval procedure, etc. However, the staff at ACRM are so great about thoroughly answering any questions provided and I encourage girls considering donation to do their own research and homework before signing up.

How has your experience been donating with ACRM?

I have had a great experience. The first cycle I was naturally a little nervous, but everything went smoothly. My second cycle also went smoothly and without all the nerves or anxiety of the first cycle. I always felt like I was in good care at ACRM and I wasn't afraid to speak up with questions.