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Fertility preservation

Whatever your circumstances, fertility preservation allows you to safeguard your future. Though we cannot guarantee a successful future pregnancy, preserving your fertility provides the reassurance you need to try for a family at a time that works for you.

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What is fertility preservation?

Preserving your fertility means collecting, freezing and storing your eggs, sperm or embryos for future fertility treatment.

As you age, so do your eggs and sperm. For females, not only does your ovarian reserve decline but the quality of your eggs does too. Preserving them now can give you more options for starting a family further down the line.

It's important to understand that preserving your fertility doesn't guarantee a future pregnancy. However, it allows you to undergo treatment, when it's right for you.

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How does fertility preservation work?

The process for preserving your fertility depends on whether you're freezing eggs, sperm or embryos.

If you're freezing your eggs or embryos, you'll need to undergo a partial IVF cycle.

If you're freezing your sperm, you'll need to provide a semen sample or undergo a surgical procedure to collect it. â€‹

We then use a flash freezing technique called vitrification and safely store your gametes until you're ready to use them. 

Types of preservation

There are several methods for preserving your fertility and what you decide to freeze will depend on your personal circumstances.

At TFP Fertility, we help individuals, couples and co-parents safeguard their future by freezing eggs, sperm and embryos.

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Egg freezing

Egg freezing involves a partial IVF cycle. This includes a course of hormone medication to stimulate egg growth followed by an egg collection procedure.

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Sperm freezing

Sperm freezing is the most successful method for preserving a man's fertility. You'll need to provide a semen sample (either at our clinic or at home).

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Embryo freezing

Embryos survive the thawing process better than eggs and sperm. We recommend embryo freezing if you have a partner or co-parent or wish to use a donor.

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Who can fertility preservation help?

Preserving your fertility can be a reassuring option if you’re looking to have a family further down the line. There are many reasons why you may wish to preserve your fertility. Some of the most common reasons are:

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Planning for the future

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You're not ready to start a family yet
You may consider preserving your fertility if you don't yet feel emotionally or financially ready, there are things you want to achieve beforehand or haven't met the right partner.
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Preserving your fertility as a trans or non-binary person
You're a non-binary or transgender person
If you're starting hormone replacement therapy or plan to undergo gender reassignment surgery, preserving your fertility gives you the option to try for a family later on.
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Endometriosis
You have a condition that may affect your fertility
Conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, and cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy can affect your natural fertility, making preservation a valuable option.
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You're in the Armed Forces or at risk of injury
If your job is considered 'hazardous', you may choose to preserve your fertility due to the risk of injury or exposure to harmful chemicals that could affect reproductive health.
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How much does fertility preservation cost?

You can see a breakdown of a typical freezing cycle below. Any medication required throughout your treatment will be an additional cost as well as an annual storage fee of ÂŁ370.

How TFP Fertility supports our eggs donors

Ferility Assessment

ÂŁ590

We offer fertility assessment packages for women, men and couples, providing you with the information and expert advice you need to make informed decisions about your journey.

Egg freezing

ÂŁ3,695

Includes egg retrieval and freezing

Sperm freezing

ÂŁ695

Includes sperm screening and freezing

Embryo freezing

ÂŁ5,195

Includes egg retrieval, fertilisation and freezing

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How successful is fertility preservation?

Around 90% of frozen eggs and embryos survive the thawing process and go on to be used in fertility treatments. Around 50% of frozen sperm will survive.

However, it's important to know that this still doesn't guarantee a successful pregnancy and your success with fertility treatment is dependent on several factors, for example, age.

We'll discuss these factors with you during your consultation. You can also find a breakdown of our success rates for IVF per age group on your chosen TFP Fertility clinic's page.

Fertility preservation resources

Preserving your fertility is a big decision and financial commitment no matter your circumstances. We're here to help guide you on your journey so you can make the right decision for you.

Supporting your fertility preservation journey

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How old do you have to be to freeze your eggs?
Everything you need to know about the recommended age for freezing your eggs to ensure optimal success later on.
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Does birth control make you infertile?
What you need to know about the temporary effects of birth control on your fertility and what to expect when you stop using it.
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What are the warning signs of infertility?
The signs and symptoms to look out for that may suggest there is a problem with your fertility and when to see a doctor.
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Egg freezing success rates explained
Understanding egg freezing success rates can help you plan. Age, egg quality, and storage time all impact outcomes.
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Ready to start your fertility journey? We're here for you

Speak to our patient support team for advice about your options and to book your first consultation with a fertility expert.