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What egg donors need to know about donation agreements
When you agree to become a California egg donor, you provide a path toward parenthood that might otherwise never have been possible. Before you give away your eggs, both you and the potential parents should discuss the terms of an egg donation agreement. This...
What to expect in an egg donation contract
Californians who have fertility problems can benefit from various forms of fertility assistance to start families. One of those options is to find an egg donor. If you decide to go this route, it’s crucial to know what’s included in an egg donation contract....
What to know about surrogacy
Surrogacy may be a viable alternative if you can’t get pregnant yourself and don’t want to adopt or foster a child. Surrogates may choose to give birth in a California hospital or anywhere else a surrogacy or gestational carrier agreement is recognized. Although a...
Walmart will provide employees coverage for fertility assistance
California residents who work at Walmart and have infertility issues will soon have coverage for fertility services. The retailer has announced that it will be offering the option to employees, making it easier to start families. This comes thanks to a partnership...
Office of Personnel Management has expanded fertility coverage
Countless California individuals and couples rely on fertility assistance to have their children. While only some services have been covered by insurance, the Office of Personnel Management has recently expanded that. Starting in 2023, federal employees relying on...
Gestational surrogates share their experiences
Becoming a surrogate for a California couple struggling with infertility is one of the most selfless things a woman can do. This option is not for everyone, but if you are considering becoming a gestational carrier, you should know what to expect. Stories from those...
Is sex selection for non-medical reasons safe or ethical?
Some prospective parents in California and around the country prefer to have either a boy or a girl. Sex selection is an option available to couples, but there are questions about it. Should it be used for non-medical reasons, and is it ethical? Embryo destruction...
How do you become an egg donor in California, and how does egg donation work?
Many couples in California have fertility issues and need assistance to start their families. Becoming an egg donor allows you to assist multiple families struggling with infertility. Becoming an egg donor Choosing to become an egg donor allows you to help...
Watch your wording with donor families
The decision to add to your California family with a sperm or egg donation is as rewarding as it is complicated. Surprisingly, one of the big hurdles to overcome is often just the wording. The terminology is often inconsistent, and not everyone has the same...
What should you know about embryo adoption?
Sometimes, couples in California need assistance to have a child. Those struggling with infertility have several options. One of them is embryo adoption. Understanding embryo adoption Similar to adopting a child, embryo adoption allows a couple or individual to obtain...
