Anonymous wrote:Wow, just wow. I am PP who posted about having to do to SG to do the shared risk program. I can't believe that anyone would critcize me for making the best financial decision for my family. I would happily stay at CFA if they had a shared risk program but doing donor egg at CFA is 25 grand for one cycle and no guarantee and doing the shared risk at SG is 30 grand for six tries and a guarantee. My husband and I can't take that kind of financial risk of the first (and only) try not working. This is our only shot to have a baby, so we need to maximize our chances. I'm 42, I won't be able to try again.

I wish I could stay at CFA because I love Dr. Sacks and the nurses I work with, but unfortunately, financial considerations win out in this case.

I apologize for such rude and ridiculous comments that came your way. I am also sorry that you felt you had to 'explain' yourself further.

Most 'normal' people understand what you are going through, and understand the need for a shared risk program. Best Best BEST wishes for success to you!

Anonymous wrote:Wow, just wow. I am PP who posted about having to do to SG to do the shared risk program. I can't believe that anyone would critcize me for making the best financial decision for my family. I would happily stay at CFA if they had a shared risk program but doing donor egg at CFA is 25 grand for one cycle and no guarantee and doing the shared risk at SG is 30 grand for six tries and a guarantee. My husband and I can't take that kind of financial risk of the first (and only) try not working. This is our only shot to have a baby, so we need to maximize our chances. I'm 42, I won't be able to try again.

I wish I could stay at CFA because I love Dr. Sacks and the nurses I work with, but unfortunately, financial considerations win out in this case.

As another former CFA patient, I think you are making a very wise decision! I'm currently pregnant via DE, and it's such a joy! I hope you get to experience it SOON!

Wow, just wow. I am PP who posted about having to do to SG to do the shared risk program. I can't believe that anyone would critcize me for making the best financial decision for my family. I would happily stay at CFA if they had a shared risk program but doing donor egg at CFA is 25 grand for one cycle and no guarantee and doing the shared risk at SG is 30 grand for six tries and a guarantee. My husband and I can't take that kind of financial risk of the first (and only) try not working. This is our only shot to have a baby, so we need to maximize our chances. I'm 42, I won't be able to try again.

I wish I could stay at CFA because I love Dr. Sacks and the nurses I work with, but unfortunately, financial considerations win out in this case.

Anonymous wrote:PP that's a shame that you can't stay at CFA, they were incredibly nice to me compared to SG, but I guess you are only concerned with success and saving money.

Um yeah, that probably is what people are most concerned about- not going bankrupt and having a successful pregnancy. Isn't that the point?

PP 15:26 - that is pretty harsh. Shared risk is the only way that many couples can afford to do donor egg. Spending tens of thousands of dollars for about a 50/50 chance of pregnancy is more than many couples can afford to risk.

15:26 -- good luck at SG. I was in their traditional shared risk program and really liked the clinic.

PP that's a shame that you can't stay at CFA, they were incredibly nice to me compared to SG, but I guess you are only concerned with success and saving money.

My husband and I are moving on to ED after 3 failed IVF rounds. For all of you generous women who have donated your eggs, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I am so sorry to hear you were not treated well at SG. Unfortunately we have to go there for ED rounds because of their shared risk program. We can't afford to do it any other way. I am currently at CFA and will be very sad to leave.

I'm a 2 time egg donor, my last cycle at Shady Grove was awful, they treated me like dirt. I hope the recipients are successful, but I wish they knew how bad the cycle was for me.

If you are pursuing egg donation and your chose egg donor suffers bad side effects would the clinic let you know or are we to assume all is well. Are egg donors covered under health insurance if something happens?

My girlfriend donated eggs 3 times and she said the clinic she went to was really nice, plus the extra income helped her with college tuition.

I'm considering doing a donor egg cycle if my DH and I aren't successful with our final IVF (7 cycles total and NOTHING so far). It's such an overwhelming leap and I'm not sure how to go about picking a donor. Reading the OP's post makes me worry about the anonymous 3rd person in the process, and I really hope my clinic takes good care of her. I can't imagine going through IVF for someone else, it was hard enough to go through this process for yourself.

thanks for the link, they concur with my opinion it's a factory!

Here are some additional reviews of Shdy Grove:
http://www.yelp.com/biz/shady-grove-fertility-centers-rockville
If you are considering donating eggs, please don't be discouraged by the big practices consider donating at smaller practices like CFA, VCRM, or DF.

I was considering being a donor because my aunt has been struggling with infertility but I'm not sure what the process involves.

I am a second time egg donor and am using Shady Grove for my second experience (my first was done at a lovely boutique practice). I have been extremely disappointed with Shady Grove particularly in their customer service and factory environment. I was scolded by one of the nurses who was taking my blood for having my cell phone in my hand. The front desk was also very rude. The social worker that interviewed me was abrasive and I felt attacked by her on the phone when she was grilling me on some of my answers.

Show a little appreciation Shady Grove administration, being a donor is NOT easy. I am a full-time graduate student who also works and would appreciate a little respect and understanding going through the process! I would not recommend Shady Grove to anyone considering egg donation. You will not feel like an individual at this facility and the mood in the waiting room is incredibly depressing. You almost forget what a wonderful gift you are giving to a very deserving family.
Rachael S