Canadian Fertility Consultants – Egg Donation, How will I know??

Egg donation in Canada is a viable option for Canadians struggling with infertility

Canadian Fertility Consultants - As many of our clients know, I have been an egg donor several times, and am often asked by clients, friends, colleagues, "How will I know who these children become", "What if they become sick, and need bone marrow, blood transfusions, or other treatment best provided from a genetic family member?"

For every egg donor who is open about the fact that they were an egg donor, I am sure the answer is different- as we all process things differently, and depending on the situation, we as donors may have known, semi known, or anonymous donations.

In becoming a donor, I did a lot of research, wanting to ensure that I had answered all of the "what if's", not only for myself, but for my children also.  I have always been open with my kids about my egg donations, and wanted to be able to answer their "what if's" as well.

In my research, I came across an amazing site, https://www.donorsiblingregistry.com/. This site is essentially a database where a donor, or a parent of donor conceived child can anonymously connect.  As a donor I decided that I would register on this site, and also would put in the legal agreement I have with intended parents of anonymous cycles, this information, in case they too would later want answers to their, or their children's "what ifs".

As a donor, three of my donations were known, and three anonymous.  I am still somewhat in contact  with the intended parents of the known ones, however for the anonymous donations, of the three, one intended parent has contacted me through the site https://www.donorsiblingregistry.com/. It was important for Mom to meet me, as her daughter was growing up, and she was starting to have questions.  It was great to meet her, and her daughter- who looked just like my girls. I was so pleased to know that Mom felt comfortable asking me questions, and that I knew if my kids also had these questions, I would be able to connect back with her to ask, along with the other families I had helped through my donations.

Having been a donor was such an indescribable, amazing experience. Knowing that I was able to prove to the world that I truly have the most amazing kids, and, sharing that gift with others was my way to prove it!!!

For further information on egg donation in Canada please email info@fertilityconsultants.ca or call our office 613 439 8701