Thank you for your interest in becoming an egg donor with AEM!
At An Eggceptional Match, our egg donor program is dedicated to connecting compassionate women with hopeful intended parents. We manage every detail of the egg donation cycle so you can focus on what matters most: making a life-changing difference. We’re here to guide, support, and protect you throughout the entire egg donation process—from your first questions to your final follow-up. Your health, safety, and well-being are our top priorities every step of the way.
When you become an egg donor, you offer more than just your time—you offer hope, love, and the possibility of a family to those who need it most. You are the heart of this journey, and without your generosity, none of it would be possible.
We know that choosing to donate your eggs is a profound and selfless act. It speaks volumes about the incredible woman you are—we’re honored to be part of your journey.
Thank you for offering a gift that lasts a lifetime!
- Females between the ages 21 and 33
- Have knowledge of personal and family health histories
- Regular monthly cycles and absent of reproductive disorders/abnormalities
- No current nicotine products or recreational drug use, including vaping
- No personal or family history of clinically diagnosed alcohol abuse
- Avoid new tattoos or piercings (will cause delay to your eligibility for up to 12 months)
- BMI between 19-29.9 (check with this BMI Calculator)
- Must be willing to undergo medical/mental health screening
- Must be willing to self-administer injectable medications
- Agrees to prompt, daily communications with AEM staff once matched
- MUST have a flexible schedule to accommodate 10 to 15 appointments(This could include an overnight stay for initial medical/psychological screening in addition to a 7-10-day trip for retrieval procedure if donation is out of state.)
As part of our egg donor program at An Eggceptional Match, you have the opportunity to set your desired compensation for your time, effort, and commitment to the egg donation process. Compensation is based on your preferences and will reflect the cost of living in your region.
When you become an egg donor, there are no out-of-pocket expenses. All costs related to the egg donation cycle—including travel, accommodations, and daily expenses—will be fully covered for you and a companion, especially if your cycle takes place out of state.
If you’re an experienced donor with a successful history of prior egg donations, you may request higher compensation based on your qualifications. While we support fair and respectful compensation, we kindly ask that you remain mindful of the financial journey that intended parents are undertaking as well.
Thank you for considering this extraordinary path. We look forward to supporting you and getting to know you personally as you explore the life-changing experience of becoming an egg donor.
* Please note that you are responsible for reporting this income to the IRS and will receive a form 1099 for tax reporting purposes.
RECOMMENDED
Diet
- Eat a healthy and well balanced diet
- Multivitamins
- An increase in fiber intake (Metamucil, psyllium, Citrucel)
- Drink at least 64oz to 70oz of water daily
Exercise
- Once injections start – no activity other than low-impact walking is permitted.
- After the procedure – very low impact walking until follow-up ultrasound -is completed and you are cleared by nurse
Medications
- Tylenol
- Please converse with the clinical team BEFORE taking any over the counter or prescribed medications.
Have questions? Explore our most frequently asked questions and answers here!
AVOID
Diet
- Any weight loss programs
- Alcohol
- Caffeine, including coffee, chocolate, and most teas
- Herbal supplements
Exercise
- Anything other than low impact walking
- Too much sun
- Hot tubs, tanning beds, and heating pads
Medications
- Aspirin
- Ibuprofen (Advil, Nuprin, Motrin)
- Anaprox (Aleve)
- Antihistamines
- Avoid Social drugs (tobacco, vaping, marijuana, etc.)
Step 1: Complete Your Egg Donor Application & Get Matched
The first step in joining our egg donor program is to complete your online egg donor application. This helps us get to know you and ensures you’re a great fit for the egg donation process.
Once your application is submitted and approved, we’ll begin the matching process. Intended parents will review donor profiles to find the qualities that resonate with their hopes for starting a family. When a match is made, our team will guide you through every step of the journey.
Your decision to become an egg donor is powerful—and we’re honored to help you take this exciting first step.
Step 2: Full Medical & Mental Health Screening
Once you’re matched through our egg donor program, the next step in the egg donation process is a comprehensive medical and psychological screening. This ensures you’re in excellent health and fully prepared—physically and emotionally—to become an egg donor.
During your medical screening, you’ll undergo a complete physical exam, hormone level testing, infectious disease testing, as well as a genetic screening. These screenings are essential for your safety and for the success of the egg donation journey. All evaluations are conducted by top fertility specialists and are fully covered by the Intended Parents.
Your mental health screening will include a one-hour in-person interview as well as a Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) or Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) test. There are no right or wrong answers; it is simply used to assess your personality traits.
Our team is here to guide and support you through every step, making sure you feel informed, empowered, and cared for throughout the process.
Step 3: Completing the Legal Process
Before starting injectable medications, you will sign a legal contract with the intended parents, known as the Oocyte Donation Agreement. This document is separate from your agency contract with An Eggceptional Match and outlines the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved.
The Oocyte Donation Agreement is complex, so it’s important that you and the intended parents receive professional legal counsel. Once signed, the contract will be sent to the intended parents’ attorney, who will provide a “legal clearance” letter to the IVF clinic, allowing the cycle to proceed.
Step 4: The Egg Retrieval Process
During the egg retrieval procedure, you’ll be under light IV sedation, so you won’t feel any pain. Guided by ultrasound, a small needle is used to gently retrieve one egg from each follicle. The procedure typically takes 15 to 30 minutes.
Most donors describe mild cramping or feeling “uncomfortable” for a day or two afterward—similar to menstrual cramps. After the procedure, you’ll remain at the clinic for 2–3 hours to rest and be monitored by medical staff.
You’ll need a companion to drive you home, and both our agency and the clinical team will provide detailed post-care instructions to ensure you have a smooth, supported recovery.