Egg Freezing & Fertility Preservation in London
Preserve Your Fertility with Egg Freezing
At Alma Fertility, we understand that the timing of parenthood doesn’t always align with life’s circumstances. Egg freezing, also called oocyte cryopreservation or fertility preservation, allows women to store eggs for future use, protecting their chance of having children later in life. Whether for personal, professional, or medical reasons, egg freezing empowers you to plan parenthood on your own terms.
What is Egg Freezing?
Egg freezing is a medical procedure that involves collecting eggs from your ovaries, freezing them using advanced vitrification technology, and storing them safely until you are ready to use them. When the time comes, the eggs can be thawed, fertilised with sperm, and transferred as embryos to the womb.
Egg freezing is particularly valuable for women who want to preserve fertility before natural decline with age or before undergoing medical treatments that may affect ovarian function.
Also known as: oocyte cryopreservation, fertility preservation, social egg freezing, egg storage.
Who Might Consider Egg Freezing?
Women choose egg freezing for many reasons, such as:
- Delaying parenthood – focusing on career, study, or personal goals.
- Not yet with the right partner but wishing to secure future options.
- Medical treatments – such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy that can impact fertility.
- Age-related fertility decline – preserving younger, healthier eggs for later.
- Elective preservation – giving peace of mind even if you are not planning pregnancy immediately.
The Egg Freezing Process at Alma Fertility
Your egg freezing journey is carefully planned and supported by our team. A typical process includes:
- Consultation & tests – review of your fertility health, ultrasound scan, and hormone blood tests.
- Ovarian stimulation – daily hormone injections for 10–12 days to encourage the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.
- Monitoring – regular ultrasound scans and blood tests to track progress.
- Egg collection – a short procedure under sedation to retrieve the eggs.
- Freezing (vitrification) – eggs are frozen at ultra-low temperatures and stored securely.
Benefits and Considerations
Benefits
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Preserves fertility at a younger age.
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Provides freedom and flexibility when planning a family.
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Protects fertility before cancer treatment or surgery.
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Offers reassurance and peace of mind.
Considerations
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Best outcomes occur when eggs are frozen before age 35.
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Not all eggs survive thawing, and not every fertilised egg leads to pregnancy.
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Costs include both egg freezing and storage.
FAQ
How long can eggs be stored?
In the UK, eggs can be stored for up to 55 years, with consent renewed every 10 years.
Does egg collection hurt?
No. The procedure is carried out under sedation. Mild cramping is common afterwards.
Does egg freezing reduce natural fertility?
No, it does not affect your ability to conceive naturally later.
How many eggs should I freeze?
This depends on your age and ovarian reserve. Your consultant will advise you.
What are the success rates?
Success is higher when eggs are frozen before age 35.
Egg Freezing at Alma Fertility
Egg freezing gives you control over your reproductive choices. At Alma Fertility in London, we combine advanced freezing techniques with compassionate, supportive care to help you plan your future with confidence.
