Reader Stories: Personal Stories of Becoming an Egg Donor

Becoming an egg donor is a big decision. You are giving one of the greatest gifts, perhaps to someone who you may never meet or know. The reasons for becoming an egg donor are varied, and no one's story is the same. For some, a sister, cousin, or friend approaches them and asks if they'd be an egg donor. For others, they see an advertisement looking for donors. Why did you decide to become an egg donor? What was the process like? What role (if any) did financial compensation play in your decision? Would you recommend egg donation to a friend? Share your story of becoming an egg donor below.