Legal Framework of Egg Donation in Georgia

In Georgia, egg donation is a well-established practice, offering unique advantages for intended parents. Unlike many countries, Georgian regulations allow intended parents to access the names and identity details of egg donors. This transparency can be beneficial for those who seek a deeper connection or understanding of their donor’s background.

When surrogacy is also part of the process, the law requires the egg donor to be included in the notarized agreement before the embryo transfer. This ensures that intended parents have complete identity information of the egg donor, fostering trust and clarity in the arrangement.
However, it is important to note that current regulations do not obligate egg donors to agree to future contact with the child born from their donation once the child reaches 18 years of age. If intended parents wish for this future connection, they should discuss and confirm the donor’s willingness beforehand.

For those proceeding with IVF using egg donation, there is flexibility. Intended parents are not required to obtain the donor’s identity, allowing the option for the donor to remain anonymous if preferred. This choice provides a range of possibilities, accommodating the diverse needs and preferences of families.

Selecting the Egg Donor

For many intended parents, considering egg donation can be a challenging and emotional decision. While some are open to it from the start, others may find it difficult to come to terms with. Initially, the idea of using an egg donor might feel like a loss of your genetic contribution, despite understanding and supporting those who choose this path without hesitation.

It is common to worry about how you might bond with a child who does not share your genetic makeup. However, once these fears are balanced by the deep longing to welcome a child, you may find comfort in exploring egg donor databases. Viewing photos and detailed profiles of potential donors can bring a sense of peace and readiness to embrace this opportunity.

Seek Support and Share Your Feelings:

  • Reach out to support groups or forums where individuals or couples who have gone through the egg donation process share their experiences.
  • Talking to others who have faced similar challenges can provide valuable insights and emotional support. It helps to know that you are not alone in your feelings.

Understand the Motivations of Egg Donors:

  • Take the time to understand the motivations behind egg donation. Many donors are driven by a genuine desire to help others experience the joy of parenthood.
  • Reading donor profiles and learning about their motivations can provide a sense of connection and reassurance.

Consider the Character of Egg Donors:

  • Focus not only on the physical attributes but also on the character traits and values of potential egg donors.
  • Recognize that egg donors are individuals with unique personalities, and their willingness to contribute to the creation of a family speaks to their generosity and compassion.

Embrace the Gifts Being Offered:

  • View the egg donation process as an opportunity for the generous gift of life being extended to you.
  • Focus on the positive aspects of building a family and the potential for creating a loving and supportive home for your future child.

Take Your Time:

  • It’s perfectly normal to feel a range of emotions during the egg donor selection process. Take your time to explore profiles, ask questions, and reflect on what feels right for you.
  • Rushing through the process may add unnecessary stress, so allow yourself the time needed to make a decision that aligns with your values and desires.

The Importance of Meaningful Egg Donor Profiles

At Infinite Surrogacy, we offer a wide-ranging database of egg donors. Each donor is fully confident in her decision and committed to helping intended parents complete their families. Our donor profiles include images that convey their physical appearance, and comprehensive information about their interests, family histories, and future aspirations. This ensures you can find a candidate with whom you feel a special connection.

This approach provides reassurance and helps you find the right donor who resonates with your desires, making the journey to parenthood a more fulfilling experience.

Possibility of Traveling Egg Donor

For intended parents considering an egg donation journey outside Georgia, we offer the flexibility of selecting an egg donor from our extensive database and arranging for her to travel to your chosen destination.

We ensure a comprehensive medical checkup for the egg donor and coordinate closely with the destination clinic’s medical team. This includes adhering to stimulation protocols and arranging for the donor to arrive on day 9 of preparation, ensuring follicles are responding well to stimulation.

Since not all egg donors are willing to travel, it’s important to specify this preference early on. This allows us to match you with a donor ready to travel, ensuring a smoother journey for everyone involved.

  • Extensive Donor Database: Access a wide range of qualified egg donors to find the perfect match for your needs.
  • Seamless Travel Coordination: We handle all logistics to arrange for the egg donor to travel to your chosen destination.
  • Thorough Medical Evaluations: Each egg donor undergoes a comprehensive medical checkup to ensure suitability and safety.
  • Expert Collaboration: We work closely with the destination clinic’s medical team to adhere to protocols and ensure optimal results.
  • Early Preference Specification: By communicating travel preferences upfront, we streamline the matching process with willing donors, enhancing your experience.

Possibility of Having Frozen Eggs Shipped

For intended parents who wish to receive frozen eggs, Infinite Surrogacy offers the service of organizing egg freezing and shipping worldwide. We partner with highly trusted shipping companies known for their flawless track record in delivering reproductive materials safely and intact to destination clinics.

Before proceeding with egg freezing and shipment, it’s crucial to thoroughly check the legal requirements of the destination country and clinic. Some clinics have specific restrictions on accepting frozen egg shipments. Ensuring these legal and medical regulations are met in advance allows for a smooth and successful shipping process.

  • Global Egg Freezing and Shipping: We facilitate the freezing and worldwide shipping of eggs for intended parents, ensuring accessibility to reproductive options.
  • Trusted Shipping Partners: Our collaboration with reputable shipping companies guarantees safe and intact delivery of reproductive materials to destination clinics.
  • Legal Compliance Assurance: We thoroughly check the legal requirements of the destination country and clinic to ensure compliance and prevent delays.
  • Customized Support: Our team provides guidance on navigating specific clinic restrictions regarding frozen egg shipments, ensuring a smooth process.
  • Prioritizing Success: By addressing legal and medical regulations up front, we help ensure a successful shipping experience for intended parents.

Extensive Health Screening for Egg Donors

This comprehensive medical checkup is designed to ensure the health and suitability of the egg donor for the stimulation process. This standard list covers essential aspects of physical health, genetics, and reproductive well-being. It is important to note that on an individual basis, additional tests may be recommended based on the donor’s unique medical history and circumstances. The goal is to provide the highest level of care and safety for both the egg donor and the intended parents throughout the egg donation journey.
  • AMH ( Anti Mullerian Hormone) (BL.7.10.) (can be done on any day of menstrual cycle, term of validity 6 months)
  • LH (Luteinizing hormone) – ( done on day 2-3 of menses) ( Term of validity 3 months)
  • FSH ( Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) – ( done on day 2-3 of menses) ( Term of validity 3 months)
  • Estradiol – ( done on day 2-3 of menses) ( Term of validity 3 months)
  • Prolactin (HR.3.7) (term of validity 6 months)
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  • TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) (HR.3.6) (term of validity 6 months)
  • PAP smear (term of validity 12 months)
  • Blood Coagulation (term of validity 1 month); The repeated one is done during the stimulation process before the egg retrieval/last shot
  • HIV (term of validity 3 months)
  • Syphilis / RPR (term of validity 3 months)
  • Hepatitis B (HbsAg) (term of validity 3 months)
  • Hepatitis C (HCV) (term of validity 3 months)
  • Blood group and Rh; ( only once)
  • Complete blood count (CBC) (term of validity 1 month); The repeated one is done during the stimulation process before the egg retrieval/last shot
  • Urine test (validity 1 month); The repeated one is done during the stimulation process before the egg retrieval/last shot
  • Ultrasound report from breast physician/ultrasound of breast (term of validity 6 months)
  • Thyroid ultrasound (term of validity 6 months)
  • Ovarian ultrasound giving full pictures of ovary location and the report about available follicle count in each ovary ( term of validity 3 months)
  • Chlamydia IgM upon necessity (term of validity 3 months)
  • Anti-TPO, Anti-TG (term of validity 6-12 months, depending on patient’s age and previous test results( upon request))
It is noteworthy to highlight that our partner fertility clinic conducts thorough medical examinations, encompassing ultrasound assessments of both breast and thyroid health. This comprehensive approach is not only geared towards facilitating a smooth and successful stimulation process but is also designed to ensure the ongoing health and well-being of our egg donors post-procedure. Our commitment extends beyond the immediate fertility journey, aiming to empower donors to maintain a healthy and fulfilling life, knowing they have made a significant and positive impact on the lives of the intended parents.