Egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, is a valuable option for people who wish to preserve their fertility for future family planning. At Fertility & Surgical Associates of California, we support all patients’ family-building dreams on a timeline that’s right for you.
If you’re considering egg freezing in southern California, our fertility specialists are here to help.
The Egg Freezing Process Overview
The egg-freezing process begins with a thorough assessment, where we discuss your treatment goals and family-building dreams. During this initial phase, our experienced specialists take the time to understand your goals, often conducting tests to evaluate your ovarian reserve and reproductive health.
Once you’ve made the decision, the next stage, ovarian stimulation, is a carefully monitored period where hormone treatments stimulate the production of multiple eggs. You’ll have the unwavering support of our team, who will guide you through administering these injections yourself. We’ll regularly monitor you and your body’s response over 10 to 14 days.
When it’s time for egg retrieval, you’ll undergo a quick, minimally invasive procedure to gently collect mature eggs. This outpatient process typically takes less than 30 minutes. Most people find that recovery after the procedure is typically smooth with a quick return to normal activities.
Your eggs are then evaluated and prepared for cryopreservation. Using the most up-to-date freezing technology, we ensure each egg is stored with the utmost care to preserve them until you’re ready to grow your family. Whenever that time arrives, our specialists will be here to help you make the right plan forward.
How Egg Freezing Supports Your Family Planning Goals
Our patients choose to freeze their eggs for various reasons. If you’re prioritizing other life stage milestones and wish or need to delay parenthood, egg freezing can provide a safeguard for your future family plans. Freezing eggs is also the best and most viable option for transgender patients who wish to have biological children after receiving gender-affirming care.
Some people may also consider freezing their eggs before undergoing certain medical treatments that can affect fertility, including chemotherapy or radiation. The specialists at Fertility & Surgical Associates of California are here to work with you to create the right fertility plan for you and your family.
Learn More About Egg Freezing at Fertility & Surgical Associates of California
If you’re ready or want to learn more about freezing your eggs, our clinics in California offer personalized care to help you meet your family-planning goals. Schedule a consultation with Fertility & Surgical Associates of California today to learn more about our fertility preservation services.