Third-party reproduction means you use donated embryos, eggs or sperm to have
a child through intrauterine insemination (IUI) or in vitro fertilization
(IVF). It can also include using a surrogate or gestational carrier, which
means someone other than you or your partner carries a pregnancy and gives
birth.
There are a range of fertility challenges that make third-party reproduction a
great choice for many people. No matter your situation, the fertility
specialists at Penn Fertility Care - Lancaster General Health can help you
make a plan for parenthood. We combine years of expertise and advanced
treatments to deliver excellent outcomes - in little packages.
Donor Eggs
Using donor eggs for IVF is an excellent choice for couples struggling with
female infertility, or same-sex male couples or single men using a gestational
carrier. You may choose to use eggs from an anonymous donor, or someone close
to you. We securely store frozen donor eggs in our state-of-the-art embryology
lab so they're ready when you are.
Donor Sperm
Donor sperm can help couples dealing with male factor infertility achieve a
pregnancy. Donor sperm is also ideal for same-sex female couples and single
women who are ready to start a family. We can store frozen sperm indefinitely,
so you can use sperm from the same donor in multiple intrauterine insemination
(IUI) or IVF treatments.
Donor Embryos
If you've been unable to get pregnant, either on your own or with fertility
treatments, a donor embryo might be appropriate for you. Donor embryos can
also help women who have experienced recurrent pregnancy loss. While we do not
offer donated embryos at our clinic, your fertility specialist can discuss
this option with you.
Gestational Carriers
A gestational carrier is someone who agrees to carry a pregnancy and deliver a
baby for another individual or couple. In most cases, the carrier doesn't have
a genetic link to the baby since the intended parents provide the egg and
sperm for the embryo. Same-sex male couples using donor eggs, or couples with
severe fertility challenges, may choose to use a gestational carrier.
Donor Embryos, Eggs and Sperm: Why Choose Penn Medicine Lancaster General
Health?
At our fertility clinic, you'll find:
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Specialty expertise: Our care team includes a fellowship-trained, double
board-certified reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist. This
depth of expertise means we can address even the most complex fertility
challenges in women and men.
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On-site embryology lab: We are the only fertility clinic in Lancaster County
with our own on-site embryology lab. We safely store your donor embryos,
eggs and sperm just steps from our clinic. Our lab has the latest
technology, 24/7 security and is staffed by experienced embryologists.
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Personalized approach: There's no one right way to build a family. Whether
you're dealing with a health condition that affects fertility, you haven't
found the right partner or you're a same-sex couple, we draw on a wide range
of services to build the plan that works for you and your reproductive
goals.
Make an Appointment
Call 717-544-0107 or request an appointment to schedule your fertility
consultation.