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Social Egg Freezing at Simran IVF

 

Social egg freezing has become an increasingly popular option for women looking to delay motherhood while preserving their fertility. This process allows women to take control of their reproductive future, offering them the opportunity to focus on other aspects of their lives, such as career advancement, personal growth, or finding the right partner, without the pressure of an age-related decline in fertility. At Simran IVF, we offer social egg freezing services in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Amritsar, providing women the chance to preserve their eggs for future use, ensuring a better chance of having children when they feel ready.

What is Social Egg Freezing?

Social egg freezing is the process of cryopreserving a woman’s eggs at a younger age to safeguard fertility for future use. It is designed for women who are not ready to have children at the time but want to preserve their ability to do so later in life. Unlike traditional egg freezing for medical reasons, such as cancer treatment, social egg freezing is a personal choice. It allows women to take control of their reproductive health and make decisions about when and with whom they wish to start a family.

Over the last few years, social egg freezing has gained significant traction globally, and Simran IVF was one of the pioneers of this practice in India, starting the service in 2007. Our clinic is known for helping women from Chandigarh, Mohali, Amritsar, and beyond preserve their fertility with this advanced technique.

Why Should You Consider Social Egg Freezing?

Women are increasingly choosing to delay pregnancy for a variety of reasons. Many focus on building their careers, achieving financial stability, or finding a compatible partner before starting a family. Additionally, some women simply feel that they are not yet ready to become mothers. The rise of social egg freezing has provided women with the freedom to make these decisions without worrying about the biological clock.

However, as women age, their fertility naturally declines. This is due to a decrease in both the number and quality of eggs, which accelerates after the age of 35. As a result, many women who postpone pregnancy may later struggle to conceive. Social egg freezing offers a solution to this problem by preserving eggs when they are younger and of higher quality, which can significantly increase the chances of a successful pregnancy in the future.

The Process of Social Egg Freezing at Simran IVF

The process of egg freezing at Simran IVF is straightforward and follows the same initial steps as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) until the point of egg retrieval. Here’s a brief overview of the process:

Ovarian Stimulation

To retrieve a sufficient number of mature eggs, the first step involves stimulating the ovaries with hormones. This is done through a series of injections that encourage the ovaries to produce multiple eggs in one cycle. The process usually takes about 10 to 14 days, with regular monitoring via blood tests and ultrasounds to track the development of the eggs.

Egg Retrieval

Once the eggs have matured, they are retrieved in a minor surgical procedure performed under mild sedation. The procedure is minimally invasive and takes about 20 to 30 minutes. During the retrieval, an ultrasound-guided needle is used to extract the eggs from the ovaries.

Freezing and Storage

After the eggs are retrieved, they are carefully examined for maturity. Only mature eggs are frozen using a technique called vitrification, which is a rapid freezing process that helps to preserve the eggs’ viability. The frozen eggs are then stored in liquid nitrogen at temperatures as low as -196°C, where they can remain for up to 5-10 years or longer.

Future Use

When the woman is ready to conceive, the frozen eggs are thawed and fertilized using sperm from a partner or donor. The resulting embryos are then transferred into the woman’s uterus to achieve pregnancy.

At Simran IVF, we typically recommend that a woman freeze a minimum of 8-12 mature eggs (M2) to maximize the chances of a successful pregnancy. In cases where fewer eggs are retrieved during the first cycle, we may recommend a second cycle to increase the number of eggs stored.

Success Rates and Benefits of Social Egg Freezing

Social egg freezing offers several benefits:

  • Increased Chances of Pregnancy: Freezing eggs at a younger age means that women can use high-quality eggs later in life when their natural fertility may have declined.

  • Genetic Autonomy: By using their own eggs, women can have a genetically related child, which would not be possible through egg donation.

  • Reduced Risk of Genetic Abnormalities: The eggs frozen at a younger age have a lower risk of chromosomal abnormalities, such as Down’s syndrome, compared to eggs retrieved later in life.

  • Emotional Freedom: Women can focus on other life goals without worrying about the biological clock, knowing that their fertility is preserved for future use.

Our Legacy in Social Egg Freezing

At Simran IVF, we have a proven track record of successful social egg freezing and have helped many women, including notable celebrities, professionals, and public figures, preserve their fertility. For example, Miss World Diana Haydon froze her eggs with us in 2007 and successfully had three children using her frozen eggs years later. Similarly, Miss Ekta Kapoor also opted for egg freezing with us and later became a mother through her stored eggs. These cases highlight the efficacy and success of egg freezing at Simran IVF.

Why Choose Simran IVF for Social Egg Freezing?

Simran IVF is one of the leading fertility clinics in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Amritsar, offering state-of-the-art technology and experienced fertility specialists to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. Our success rates, personalized care, and commitment to using the latest techniques in reproductive medicine make us the top choice for egg freezing services.

Online simple step for appointment

To make an appointment at Simran IVF, simply reach out through our contact page, where you can fill out an easy form to schedule a consultation. Our team will get back to you promptly to confirm your appointment details. Alternatively, you can call our office directly to speak with one of our friendly staff members, who will assist you in selecting a convenient time for your visit. We look forward to supporting you on your fertility journey!

Frequently asked questions

Social egg freezing is the process of freezing a woman’s eggs at a younger age to preserve fertility for future use when the woman is ready to have children.
Social egg freezing allows women to delay motherhood without the risk of age-related fertility decline. It offers a chance to have children later in life using younger, higher-quality eggs.
The process involves ovarian stimulation to produce eggs, retrieval of those eggs, and then freezing them for future use. When the woman is ready to conceive, the eggs are thawed, fertilized, and implanted as embryos.
We recommend freezing at least 8 to 12 mature eggs to maximize the chances of a successful pregnancy. If fewer eggs are retrieved, a second cycle may be recommended.