Egg sharing is a unique model of egg donation that supports the needs of both donors and intended parents. Instead of cash compensation, the eggs retrieved are divided: half are donated to intended parents who need them, while the other half are frozen for the donor’s future use. 

Cofertility’s egg-sharing programs are a mutually beneficial, value-aligned alternative to traditional egg donation. For intended parents, it’s a way to grow your family through a model rooted in respect and shared purpose. For donors, it makes egg freezing more accessible while helping another family grow.

One of the most common questions about egg sharing is whether there will be enough eggs to go around. At Cofertility, every participant goes through rigorous testing and medical screening protocol to ensure there’s a strong likelihood of success with a shared cycle. The number of eggs retrieved varies by patient and cycle, but can be predicted by factors like age, AMH, and antral follicle count, which are tested during the initial screening. 

Each participant also consults with a board-certified fertility doctor to determine the optimal number of eggs needed for their future family-building goals. In some cases, a second cycle may be recommended to further maximize future possibilities. Intended parents are protected by our Embryo Guarantee.

With these safeguards, we ensure that everyone involved feels confident they’ll have enough eggs to pursue their family-building goals, now or in the future. To learn more, download our guide.