Fertility preservation

Keep Your Options Open, On Your Own Timeline

Preserving your fertility means making a decision today to protect a possibility for tomorrow. Whether your path to parenthood is still far off, your life situation is in transition, or a medical treatment is on the horizon, there are concrete solutions to safeguard your reproductive potential before time becomes a constraint.

At Fertilys, fertility preservation is managed by the same team of fertility specialists and embryologists who guide IVF journeys. You benefit from an accredited laboratory, advanced vitrification technology, and personalized follow-up, with no waiting list.

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No medical referral is needed. A first virtual consultation is all it takes to assess your situation, check your ovarian reserve or semen parameters, and build a plan tailored to your reality.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is the ideal age to freeze my eggs in order to ensure the best chances of success later?

    The age at which you freeze your eggs greatly influences the chances of success. In general, egg freezing offers the best prospects when done before the age of 35, when egg quality is typically more favorable. That said, every situation is unique. A fertility assessment can help you better understand your ovarian reserve and make a decision suited to your life plans.

  • How many eggs should I ideally bank to hope for at least one child in the future?

    The number of eggs to freeze in order to increase the chances of having a child depends primarily on your age at the time of freezing, the quality of your eggs, and your family planning goals. In general, the higher the number of eggs preserved, the greater the chances of obtaining a viable embryo. During your assessment, preservation goals will be discussed based on your personal situation.

  • Does freezing damage eggs or sperm when thawed years later?

    Current freezing techniques allow eggs and sperm to be effectively preserved for many years. Vitrification, a rapid freezing method used in fertility treatment, limits the formation of ice crystals that can damage cells. During thawing, some gametes may not survive, but survival rates are generally high with modern techniques. However, the quality of the eggs or sperm at the time of freezing remains an important factor in future chances of success.

  • How long can my gametes remain safely frozen in your facilities?

    Eggs, sperm, and embryos can be kept frozen for many years under safe conditions, without the storage duration significantly affecting their quality. They are stored in facilities specifically designed to ensure their long-term preservation. As long as you choose to maintain storage, they remain safely preserved in accordance with current standards.

  • If I ultimately decide not to use my frozen eggs or sperm, what are my options?

    If you decide not to use your frozen eggs or sperm, several options may be available to you, depending on your situation and applicable regulations. You may choose to discontinue storage or, in some cases, designate them for another authorized purpose. Before making any decision, the various options and their implications will be explained to you so that you can make an informed choice.

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