When applying to become an egg donor, there are many qualifications a young woman must meet in order to be considered. Among these requirements, the potential donor must be within a specific Body Mass Index (BMI) range (18 – 28 for ORM Egg Donors). Some women who are hoping to become a donor may be […]
Read MoreThere are many things to consider when becoming an egg donor. One common question is whether it is painful to donate eggs. The honest answer for most people is: it hurts a little. Injections For many candidates who are starting to think about egg donation, the injections can be the first intimidating consideration. Injections three […]
Read MoreIf you have thought about becoming an egg donor, you may personally know someone who has struggled with fertility, or perhaps you just want to help give someone the chance to create a family. You might want a family of your own someday and maybe you are wondering if donating your eggs will affect your […]
Read MoreBy Corby Barnes, Donor Team Lead Corby Barnes has been with Oregon Reproductive Medicine since 2008 and in her current role as Match Specialist since 2012. Corby has helped more than 1500 recipient families match with an egg donor. Once ORM Donors complete all the necessary testing and appointments, they are activated on the […]
Read MoreYou may have many questions about the process if you are considering egg donation, but one important topic is your time commitment once matched with a recipient family. ORM Donors have various schedules, some are in school and others work part-time or full-time. Let’s visualize the application and screening process through a relatable ORM Donor. […]
Read MoreWe all know that it’s best to hear about an experience or process straight from the mouth of someone that actually went through it, especially when it’s an experience you’re considering having. In this blog post, we’re giving the platform over to Katrina, a current ORM Donor, to share their first-hand experience in the form […]
Read MoreAre you an egg donor? A donor candidate? There is so much to tell you about donation at ORM Fertility. We spend our time talking through instructions to keep you safe and promote a happy outcome for all. But often, our conversations end at the retrieval. Your eggs go out there, you rest, call with […]
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