Notes on fear, clarity, and learning to trust myself.
Introduction
During the actual counseling and accompanying experience, most women who are considering freezing their eggs have several similar questions recurring in their minds. These concerns do not mean that they are not brave enough, but rather that this is an important decision for the body and for the future.
The following five points are the most common and worthwhile points that most women make before an egg freezing assessment, and we're sharing them with you one at a time:
💡 The content of this article is intended to be an educational description of experiences, systems, and processes; actual medical diagnosis and treatment must be evaluated and performed by a licensed physician.
1｜Will the treatment be painful?
The first and most common concern is the feeling of not knowing much about the medical process.
Many women's fear of "pain" itself comes from uncertainty about the process and the body's response.
In fact, there are clear steps and observations in the egg freezing procedure, from medication, tracking to egg retrieval, the medical team will make adjustments according to the physical condition.
When the process is clearly explained and changes are tracked in real time, you'll find that understanding what's happening in your body can dramatically reduce your sense of unease, and better yet, with the help of your healthcare professional, you'll have a better understanding of your body's state.
The pain of egg freezing is mostly manageable, but the actual sensation varies depending on the individual's physical condition and response to the medication.
A complete pre-operative evaluation and immediate follow-up can help minimize discomfort and ensure a safe procedure.
2｜Will hormones be disrupted?
Women with stable menstrual cycles are particularly concerned about whether the use of medication will interfere with their normal physiological rhythms.
During the consultation, the doctor and the care team will explain in detail the dosage, timing, and possible reactions. The purpose, effects and precautions of each medication are clearly explained. When a woman knows why she is taking the medication and how to observe her body's reactions, she naturally feels more in control of her treatment and her psychological stress is reduced.
The hormonal drugs used in egg freezing are intended to stimulate follicle maturation in the short term, not to alter the endocrine system in the long term.
Most women return to their regular menstrual cycle within one to several months after the treatment.
3｜Will it affect my future natural pregnancy?
It's a question almost every woman asks 😉 Don't worry! By understanding the mechanism of egg production and retrieval, you will realize that egg freezing is not about "using future eggs in advance", but rather preserving the portion that would otherwise be lost naturally during the cycle.
Eggs removed by freezing come from follicles that will naturally wither away during the period and do not deplete the stock of future eggs.
Clinical studies have not shown that egg freezing reduces the chances of future pregnancies.
4｜What are the fees? Will I step on a mine or not notice the risk?
Egg freezing is a decision that requires an investment of time and resources. Transparency of costs and the professionalism of the medical team are particularly important to women.
During a complete egg freezing assessment, each cost should be clearly explained as to its purpose and necessity. The doctor and team will provide a full explanation of the process, costs and structure, and each individual's physical condition and medications will be customized.
During this process, it will be easier for you to determine if this is a trustworthy and worthwhile choice, and if this is the team you want to commit to.
Egg freezing is a highly specialized medical practice and the fee structure should clearly distinguish between medical, pharmaceutical and laboratory items.
Choosing a healthcare organization with complete instructions and compliant procedures can help avoid unnecessary risks and misunderstandings.
5｜Is it lonely to be alone?
Egg freezing is not just about the medical aspect, emotional and psychological support is also important. Many women feel the same way after counseling with a friend, partner or family member:
Having someone to understand and discuss with makes the process more realistic.
Companionship doesn't reduce the weight of a decision, but it makes it more stable through each stage.
Psychological states and support systems affect a woman's level of adjustment to the program and her overall experience.
Having a family member, friend, or professional team with you during the evaluation and treatment process can help a woman be more stable through each stage.
Worrying is part of maturity.
The process of freezing eggs often allows women to reorganize their rhythms and boundaries. Being willing to face your worries, understand your body, and set options for the future means taking responsibility for yourself and having a clearer perspective on your life. When the information is adequate, the assessment is complete, and you've done all the homework beforehand (as you're reading this), these preparatory actions can, in and of themselves, bring a sense of peace of mind.
🌿 Everyone's reasons are different, freezing your eggs can be a record, a gentle backup for the future, and having choices is a powerful thing yo!
⚖️ The content of this article is intended to be an educational description of experiences, systems, and processes; actual medical diagnosis and treatment must be evaluated and performed by a licensed physician.