Intended Parents
Your Journey, Our Commitment
Embarking on the path to parenthood with the help of an egg donor is both meaningful and emotional. At The Donor Consultant, we're here to guide and support you through every step of the process.
How We Support You
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Acknowledge Your Feelings: It's normal to feel a range of emotions—you're not alone.
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Find Community: Join support groups or speak with a counselor.
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Counseling Referrals: Available through clinics or our agency partners.
The Process of Choosing a Donor
1
Initial Consultation
Meet with our Program Director to share your preferences.
2
Explore the Database
Review detailed donor profiles including medical history and photos.
3
Donor Match & Availability
We coordinate with your chosen donor, including backups.
4
Legal Agreements & Escrow
Agency agreements, legal support, and escrow set-up.
5
Medical & Psychological Screening
Ensures the donor is fully cleared before IVF.
6
Cycle Updates
Receive progress updates directly from the clinic.
What to Expect During Donor IVF
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Consultation with Your Fertility Specialist
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Mental Health Counseling Session
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Legal & Medical Preparation
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Egg Retrieval & IVF Fertilization
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Embryo Cultivation & Transfer
Financial
Funding Options
We understand the financial commitment involved. Explore various funding options tailored to your needs.
Loan
Providers
*if your IVF clinic participates, the funds approved will go directly to your clinic for medical fees.
Grants
Available
Home
Equity Loan
You may be able to borrow
funds using your home as
collateral. This usually
requires a good credit
history, and available equity
in your home.
401k
Crowd Funding
Some families choose to
borrow money from their
retirement accounts. This
will also need to be paid
back within a specified
timeframe to avoid penalty
fees.
You can set up a personal
fundraising page through:
GoFundMe
GiveSendGo
This can be shared through
your social media to get
donations.
Our Donor Screening Process
1
Comprehensive Application
Medical history, lifestyle, ethnicity, family background.
2
Psychological Evaluation
​Assesses mental readiness and rules out hereditary conditions.
3
Medical Testing
Includes drug, hormone, and genetic screening.
