There are many different reasons why women elect to freeze their eggs. The modern technology that exists in order to freeze and thaw eggs has seen great development over the last decade, and over 90% of eggs that are frozen survive the thawing process. However, there is a lot to consider - mentally and physically - when entering into human egg freezing. Here we take a look at how to prepare for your egg freezing cycle so that you are armed with all that you are ready for the process, and so that you can make the most of the opportunity to freeze your eggs...
Ask Yourself Why?
This is the most important question to ask yourself when preparing for your egg freezing cycle and should be done right at the very beginning. Ethics, infertility, illness, and future plans all play different people. It is important to consider why you are electing to go through with egg freezing.
Boost Fertility
During the egg freezing cycle, you will be given medication to support the production and maturation of your eggs. However, there are natural ways to boost your fertility that will help to support the drug therapy that you are prescribed. Eating a healthy diet, ceasing smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption will all help to boost natural fertility levels.
Get Support
Whilst deciding to freeze your eggs can be a very personal decision, and one that you are likely to keep private, it is important to have a good support network around you as you prepare for the egg freezing process. You are likely to encounter many people who have digested misleading information, are opposed to egg freezing as a concept, and really do not understand the process or your reasons for engaging in it. However, you will also find close friends and family members who will be there to support you as you prepare to begin the process. It may also be a good idea to make contact with people who have already been through the process, as they will be able to offer both empathy and advice. The internet is a good place to find people to connect with.
Make Time
The scans, injections, and medical procedures that are involved in the process mean that you need time available to you in the days and weeks leading up to the extraction of your eggs. If you are working, then it is wise to book some holiday time in to ensure that you have time for appointments and to settle your mind and body afterward.
Limit Stress
As with all things in life, egg freezing is most successful when you are calm, relaxed, and not in the grip of stress. It is important to put the process into perspective and to ensure that your daily life is enjoyable and as stress-free as possible. Taking up yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises can help to keep your mind and spirit settled in the lead-up to the beginning of the egg freezing process.
