Could You Sell Your Eggs? Or If You're A Guy . . .

[iLander]

I wouldn't sell my eggs for money because I work very hard to minimize as many medical-type interventions as possible, so I would never choose to have any sort of elective medical stuff done on my body. No amount of money would make me reconsider. Keeping my body healthy and avoiding risky behavior is worth more than money for me.

HOWEVER, if one of my sisters couldn't conceive and she wanted a child and asked me to donate an egg, I would do that in a heartbeat. But seeing as how I'm turning out to be an unpleasant pregnant woman, I wouldn't carry the child for her or anything. She'd have to find a surrogate.

I would probably have a surgery to help a loved one as well, if that's what you're asking--kidney donation, bone marrow transplant, etc. But I'd need to know the details and the risks, if other options existed, etc.

Scary story--Some egg donation "company" used MY picture to accompany a potential donor's profile. A friend of mine found it on Craigslist. I went ballistic, it was a photo that my college included in a department newsletter years ago, and it must have been archived online or something. A lawyer friend sent them a scary letter and they removed the picture, but I always wonder if it's still out there somewhere.

Wow!

Glad you got that resolved, that's crazy!

 

[iLander]

I don't think I could sell my eggs, but for a close friend or close relative with fertility issues, I would donate an egg, or be a surrogate in a heartbeat if they asked. I probably wouldn't accept payment (other than the medical procedures) for the egg, or for being a surrogate for a loved one, because I feel very strongly for people going through infertility...Besides, I loved being pregnant!

I was okay when pregnant with my son, but with my DD, my pregnancy was a hormonal mess. At one point, I just walked in to the swimming pool, fully clothed, and cried. For like an hour. DH got me a plastic chair and threw it in there. He tried to comfort me, but I was so hot and miserable, it didn't help much.

So, not optional pregnancies for me!

 

[yssie]

I wouldn't sell my eggs for money because I work very hard to minimize as many medical-type interventions as possible, so I would never choose to have any sort of elective medical stuff done on my body. No amount of money would make me reconsider. Keeping my body healthy and avoiding risky behavior is worth more than money for me.

HOWEVER, if one of my sisters couldn't conceive and she wanted a child and asked me to donate an egg, I would do that in a heartbeat. But seeing as how I'm turning out to be an unpleasant pregnant woman, I wouldn't carry the child for her or anything. She'd have to find a surrogate.

I would probably have a surgery to help a loved one as well, if that's what you're asking--kidney donation, bone marrow transplant, etc. But I'd need to know the details and the risks, if other options existed, etc.

Scary story--Some egg donation "company" used MY picture to accompany a potential donor's profile. A friend of mine found it on Craigslist. I went ballistic, it was a photo that my college included in a department newsletter years ago, and it must have been archived online or something. A lawyer friend sent them a scary letter and they removed the picture, but I always wonder if it's still out there somewhere.

Wow!

Glad you got that resolved, that's crazy!

That is really scary!!

I couldn't. I don't have siblings, I'm not close enough to any of my cousins for it to ever come up, and my two best friends both plan to adopt should natural conception not be an option.

 

[iLander]

Yes, but I would want it to be an auction. That always drives the price up.

 

[iLander]

I have some medical issues, so they would never accept my eggs. But, if I could, then I absolutely would.

My partner is pregnant thanks to the sperm of an anonymous donor. I can't even begin to tell you all how much joy this has brought to our lives and how excited we are to be parents. If I could give this feeling to another person that was unable to have a baby, I would do it in a heartbeat.

Yay!

Good for you, damons! Hugs and best wishes to you and your partner, that is one lucky child!

 

[Lauren8211]

I have been registered as an egg donor for 3+ years. I've had 2 couples interested. Unfortunately, I was pregnant at the time and neither wanted to wait.

I have not yet donated, but absolutely would. Everyone who wants to be a parent should be. I feel even more strongly about this after having my son.

 

[ksluice]

hi elle-i doubt you will remember me from 3 years ago--but I think we were in the same locale...the A2 area? I don't remember why I thought that now...but would love to talk with you about this process...after 3yrs TTC (IUIx3, IVF, 2 MC) we are starting to consider ED. Would love to learn about the process from your perspective. I hate that Pricescope has no PM, but if you were willing to share your thoughts it would be so lovely. since there is no PM ... my email is kluce at me dot com.

 

[princesss]

hi elle-i doubt you will remember me from 3 years ago--but I think we were in the same locale...the A2 area? I don't remember why I thought that now...but would love to talk with you about this process...after 3yrs TTC (IUIx3, IVF, 2 MC) we are starting to consider ED. Would love to learn about the process from your perspective. I hate that Pricescope has no PM, but if you were willing to share your thoughts it would be so lovely. since there is no PM ... my email is kluce at me dot com.

Hey TopoDazzle! Long time, no see. I know Elle's been out having a crazy weekend, but I'll message her to let her know you're looking for her.

 

[aviastar]

hi elle-i doubt you will remember me from 3 years ago--but I think we were in the same locale...the A2 area? I don't remember why I thought that now...but would love to talk with you about this process...after 3yrs TTC (IUIx3, IVF, 2 MC) we are starting to consider ED. Would love to learn about the process from your perspective. I hate that Pricescope has no PM, but if you were willing to share your thoughts it would be so lovely. since there is no PM ... my email is kluce at me dot com.

Hi TopoDazzle! I've donated three cycles and would be more than happy to answer any questions you have! What kind of questions do you have?