Surrogacy with donor eggs and donor sperm

Despite wanting to start a family, for some people becoming pregnant and giving birth may be biologically impossible or medically inadvisable. This may be the case when there is male or female infertility or where one of the intended parents carries a genetic condition which could be inherited by a future child. In this instance, using a gestational surrogate with donor eggs or donor sperm could be a viable option.

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The process

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Surrogacy with donor eggs or donor sperm

A gestational surrogate is a woman who offers to carry a child to which she will have no genetic link. Intended parents can go through the in vitro fertilisation (IVF) process – using donor eggs or donor sperm – and then have the embryos transferred into the uterus of their gestational ‘host’ surrogate. Donor eggs or donor semen can be used in a gestational surrogate pregnancy, but not both.

You may know someone who is willing to be your surrogate, or you may need to find a gestational surrogate through a specialist agency. Although we are not legally permitted to find a surrogate for you, we can provide information about agencies that can help.

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We are here to support you

At Bourn Hall your wellbeing is our priority, and this goes far beyond your fertility treatment.

We understand the frustration and distress that can sometimes be overwhelming during fertility treatment, so we encourage a holistic approach to your emotional and mental health. Engaging with our specialist advisors and counsellors is always encouraged and we run a Fertility Support Group for those who wish to share their experiences. We provide tailored nutritional support during fertility testing and we also promote a positive lifestyle approach throughout, including the benefits of being outdoors with nature.

Be reassured, we are here to help. Through all aspects of your journey, we will guide and support you, and give you all the information you need to help make your dreams come true.

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