Legalities of Egg Donation in South Africa

Egg donation in South Africa is indeed legal and legislated as Chapter 8 of the National Health Act (Act no 61 of 2003) Gamete donation is regulated by The Policy Committee of the South African Society of Reproductive Science and Surgery. The 2008 Guidelines for gamete donation provides the latest recommendations for clinicians involved in assisted conception using gamete (egg) donors.

Egg donation in South Africa is anonymous which allows the recipient parents to choose whether to reveal the details of their child’s conception. For psychological and to ensure optimal egg quality, only donors between the ages of 21 and 34 can be recruited by egg donor agencies.

There are no requirements in South Africa for an egg donor registry to be kept and the child’s birth certificate details the names of the recipient parents.

It is important for intended parents planning egg donation in South Africa to choose a reputable egg donation agency – one that works with the leading fertility clinics in South Africa. You should also be provided with a Detailed Profile of the Egg Donors available, according to international best practice and covering physical attributes, personality, reproductive health, genetic history, medical history, school grades and family history details.

Egg Donation in South Africa is not only legal and ethical, it provides restored hope to those who otherwise could not experience the joy of a child. Planning your egg donation through Gift ov life egg donation and surrogacy agency – www.giftovlife.com - ensures that you receive world-class service, a choice of national egg donors and access to the top fertility clinics nationwide.

Comments

Tips for donors in preparation for retrieval

Once a donor has been matched with a family and the initial excitement takes a back foot, most donors have plenty of questions about the next steps in the process — some even have fears leading up to the egg retrieval. This is all normal, but we have found that the more informed donors are, the better prepared and confident they are with the experience ahead. We spend a lot of time educating and advising our donors, hand holding and ensuring that the process is an easy one for them. Here are some tips that can help donors through the last steps leading up to their egg retrieval: Notify your employer when you receive your medication schedule and clear your time for the lead up appointments and possible travel for your donation: Many of our donors will travel for their donation. Some will be fortunate to have a local donation, but this is rare. The estimated retrieval date will be on your medication s...

Can acupuncture boost my fertility?

For couples who are in the process of IVF, but the verdict is still out on whether it can improve fertility in general. Some studies have shown promising results, but more research is needed before this can be confirmed that this form of therapy can help to make you fall pregnant. Acupuncture is based on the theory that vital energy (or “qi,” pronounced “chi”) flows through the body along certain pathways. Acupuncturists try to balance this energy and restore health by stimulating specific points along the pathways with thin needles. Although it has been a staple of Chinese medicine for some 5,000 years, acupuncture has gained acceptance in the American medical community only in the past few decades. In some research there have been suggestions that acupuncture is effective in reducing stress. Since stress has been shown to interfere with getting pregnant, it makes sense that reducing your stress through acupuncture could theoretically improve your odds of conceiving. Some wom...

Becoming An Egg Donor: Why Your BMI And Health Matters To Us

The women who choose to become egg donors come to us from all walks of life to help others realise their dream of starting a family. We’re honoured to support them on their journey to becoming egg donors. As part of your egg donation journey, you need to be a non-smoker, aged between 21-and 32, and be able to provide your full family medical history and BMI. We're often asked about BMI and its role in egg donation. In this blog, we've highlighted the importance of having a healthy BMI, why is it set to a specific range to become an egg donor, and how our team at Manchester Donors is here to support you. What is BMI? The body mass index (BMI) is a way of measuring if you’re a healthy weight based on your height and mass. It divides your weight in kilograms, by your height in metres squared, to give a height-to-weight ratio. ( BMI calculator ) A BMI score isn’t a complete reflection of your overall health. However, it is a good guide that can help you make sure your B...

Search This Blog