How did you hear about egg donation? (It is such an amazing act of great kindness, so we would like to know what brought you to that point?).

I initially saw an advertisement post on Facebook, and I thought about it a lot after. Then about six months I contacted the clinic and got the ball rolling.

Why did you choose to donate with us at Manchester Donors?

I did a lot of research on egg donation before choosing a clinic, I found a lot of my questions answered were on the Manchester donor’s website, and it was really helpful, and it was the closest clinic for me.

What did you enjoy most about donating?

I was under full sedation for my first donation, so I most enjoyed being told how many eggs had been collected; they got ten this time.

Then my second donation, I was awake*, and it was truly amazing to watch the procedure take place and then be told they had collected 16 eggs was wonderful.

Is there anything that you would say to your recipient?

I am truly happy that I can help make your dreams come true. I have a nephew born through donation, and so I know first-hand the impact that someone‚ as a donation can do on a family in need. Everyone deserves the chance of a family, and I’m so grateful that I was in a position to be able to help.

Did you get the care you needed every step of the way?

I definitely received all the care I needed. Everything was explained in detail, even down to showing me the correct way to self-inject the hormones, which I was quite nervous about as I had a needle phobia. Still, I can safely say I’m well over the fear of needles from now on as it was really easy to master.

Would you donate with us again, if yes, please say why?

I would 100% donate again. I loved the experience, and I love the feeling of knowing I’m helping those in need. The staff were brilliant, kind and helpful. They kept me calm. All in all, it was a wonderful and interesting experience for me.

What advice would you give to anyone considering becoming a donor?

Do it! It’s such a rewarding feeling that you get from it, and it’s something that not many people can do, your physically giving others the chance to have a family of their own; what else could possibly be more rewarding than that!

Is there anything additional you would like to share with us?

Your team is amazing! The number of lives you must change by doing what you do is incredible, and I am proud to have helped with that not once but twice.

How did you hear about egg donation? (It is such an amazing act of great kindness, so we would like to know what brought you to that point?).

I heard about egg donation from a colleague when I worked in the prison service as she had donated and told me all about it. I had never really heard about it before and thought it was an amazing thing to do, so I started to do my research.

Why did you choose to donate with us at Manchester Donors?

My colleague recommended me, and the website's information was brilliant, and the staff were really supportive and helpful.

What did you enjoy most about donating?

The feeling that you have helped someone to fulfil their dream of becoming a family.

Did you get the care you needed every step of the way?

Yes, I have donated four times, all with Manchester Fertility, and each time has been faultless.

Would you donate with us again, if yes, please say why?

I have donated four times, so yes!

How did you hear about egg donation? (It is such an amazing act of great kindness, so we would like to know what brought you to that point?).

I was watching something about sperm donation, and I thought I wonder what egg donation entails.

So, I searched the internet, and Manchester Fertility came up. After reading about the clinic and what egg donation involves, I thought about whether I could do this.

I remembered when I was younger, and all I wanted was to have children. If I were unable to have children myself, I would have been heartbroken. I remember the feeling of my baby moving inside my tummy, what a magical feeling that was, a feeling that I could possibly give to other women. I knew then it was something that I wanted to do.

Why did you choose to donate with us at Manchester Donors?

I read all about the clinic, and I thought it sounded like a really nice place. I wasn’t wrong. I would recommend it to anyone. The staff are lovely, and the place runs like clockwork.

What did you enjoy most about donating?

I loved the whole process, and I find it all very fascinating. I’m so grateful to be able to help.

Is there anything that you would say to your recipient?

Thank you for choosing me.

Did you get the care you needed every step of the way?

The care I received was excellent. Everyone is very attentive, and there is always someone there to help if needed.

Would you donate with us again, if yes, please say why?

I am just about to donate for the fourth time. I have to stop after this due to my age; however, if I could carry on donating, I would because as long as I have eggs, I have the chance to change someone’s life.

What advice would you give to anyone considering becoming a donor?

It is an amazing opportunity to help make someone’s dreams come true. The process is really easy with a great team of supportive professionals. I would not go anywhere else.