# Affordable Egg Freezing & Egg Donation: Empowering Women and Future Parents

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Podcast: [Speak Up For Your Health](https://stenobird.com/podcast/speak-up-for-your-health-6687973)
Published: 2025-12-09T14:59:00+00:00
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## Resource

Egg freezing has traditionally been an option reserved for women with significant financial means. At the same time, the high cost and transactional nature of traditional egg donation create major barriers for many individuals and couples who want to become parents. Lauren Makler, founder and CEO of Cofertility, set out to change both sides of that equation. In this episode, Lauren shares her own fertility journey and how it led her to found Cofertility – a company that makes egg freezing more accessible and egg donation more ethical and human. She talks about the process of egg freezing, the emotional aspects of egg donation, and the importance of women and men being proactive, not reactive about their reproductive health. Whether you’re a woman considering egg freezing as a way to protect your future options—or you’re exploring egg donation as a path to parenthood—this conversation will help you understand your choices. Key Takeaways Egg freezing gives women more control over their relationships, their careers, and their futures. Success varies. Freezing your eggs provides options, not guarantees.According to the Mayo Clinic, the chances of getting pregnant from frozen eggs range from 30% to 60%. Egg freezing should be viewed as empowerment—not insurance. Egg donation is a lifelong decision. It requires thoughtful consideration of the physical, emotional, financial, and legal aspects. Cofertility’s approach includes psychological evaluation, legal counseling, and opportunities for donors to make informed, intentional choices. Fertility is a shared responsibility. Men can improve the quality of their sperm in about 60 days with healthier lifestyle choices. Links Learn more about Cofertility: https://www.cofertility.com/ Connect with Archelle: ArcHealth Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠…

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