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Intelligent Egg Donors: A Fusion of Brilliance and Compassion
August 15, 2023
Last updated:
October 31, 2024
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At Cofertility, we have helped many families find egg donors to expand their family. In fact, while other agencies struggle to recruit egg donors, we have hundreds of brilliant, pre-approved egg donors ready to be matched at any time.
The use of donor eggs is increasing globally, as medical advances have improved to enable egg donation to be a safe, successful procedure. Using donor eggs can increase your chances of a successful, healthy pregnancy.
At Cofertility, our unique model has helped us attract a more diverse set of donors… and a highly educated group – the vast majority of our donors have a graduate degree. Our donors aren’t doing it for the money. At Cofertility, our donors freeze their eggs for free in exchange for donating half of the eggs to your family. This saves families tens of thousands of dollars on donor compensation.
Finding an intelligent egg donor
We all want the very best for our future children. And when it comes to using donor eggs, it’s natural to want donor characteristics that align with your family. We find that for many families, the search goes beyond the physical characteristics of a donor and delves into more personal and even intellectual attributes.
So how important is intelligence? The answer isn't straightforward because different people have various preferences and priorities when searching for a donor.
Scientific research has demonstrated that intelligence has a genetic component. Families prioritizing education and intellectual growth may seek a donor with proven intellectual capabilities. The university a donor went to, what they studied, how well they did in school, and other professional achievements are often used as markers for intelligence.
Other families look for egg donors possessing unique talents or interesting hobbies. These aspects can resonate with families who share similar passions and goals.
Parenting: the powerful impact
While genetics play a role in a child's development, the influence of nurturing and parenting cannot be overstated.
Through affection, encouragement, and support, parents can help a child grow emotionally and psychologically. This aspect can significantly impact a child's intelligence and overall well-being.
Engaged parenting that emphasizes learning and intellectual stimulation can significantly influence a child's academic success. Reading together, encouraging curiosity, and providing educational opportunities can have a lasting impact.
And of course a stable and stimulating environment can do wonders for a child's growth. The effort, care, and consideration parents put into creating a loving home is far more potent than genetics alone.
Summing it up
At Cofertility, we understand that the decision to pursue egg donation is deeply personal and unique to each family. Whether intelligence is a priority or not, our goal is to help you find the absolute best match for your growing family.
We recognize that parenting is a powerful force and can help guide you through this process, ensuring that you are supported and empowered every step of the way. A match is just the beginning. We offer families access to educational modules, support groups, and communication tools for life. Your dreams, values, and preferences shape the future of your family, and we are here to make those dreams a reality.
Find an amazing egg donor at Cofertility
At Cofertility, our program is unique. After meeting with hundreds of intended parents, egg donors, and donor-conceived people, we decided on an egg donation model that we think best serves everyone involved: egg sharing.
Here’s how it works: our unique model empowers women to take control of their own reproductive health while giving you the gift of a lifetime. Our donors aren’t doing it for cash – they keep half the eggs retrieved for their own future use, and donate half to your family.
We aim to be the best egg sharing program, providing an experience that honors, respects, and uplifts everyone involved. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Human-centered. We didn’t like the status quo in egg donation. So we’re doing things differently, starting with our human-centered matching platform.
- Donor empowerment. Our model empowers donors to preserve their own fertility, while lifting you up on your own journey. It’s a win-win.
- Diversity: We’re proud about the fact that the donors on our platform are as diverse as the intended parents seeking to match with them. We work with intended parents to understand their own cultural values — including regional nuances — in hopes of finding them the perfect match.
- Baby guarantee. We truly want to help you bring your baby home, and we will re-match you for free until that happens.
- Lifetime support: Historically, other egg donation options have treated egg donor matching as a one-and-done experience. Beyond matching, beyond a pregnancy, beyond a birth…we believe in supporting the donor-conceived family for life. Our resources and education provide intended parents with the guidance they need to raise happy, healthy kids and celebrate their origin stories.
We are obsessed with improving the family-building journey — today or in the future — and are in an endless pursuit to make these experiences more positive. Create a free account to get started today!


Lauren Makler
Lauren Makler is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cofertility, a human-first fertility ecosystem rewriting the egg freezing and egg donation experience. Previously, as an early Uber employee, Lauren founded Uber Health, a product that enables healthcare organizations to leverage Uber’s massive driver network in improving healthcare outcomes through patient transportation and healthcare delivery. Under her leadership, the business helped millions of patients get to the care they needed. Prior to that, Lauren spent the early years at Uber launching the core business throughout the east coast and led the company’s first experiment in healthcare, national on demand flu shot campaigns. After a rare disease diagnosis, Lauren’s fertility journey led her to believe that everyone should have the opportunity to freeze their eggs–and that there should be better access to egg donors. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their miracle baby girl. She was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business in 2023 and recieved her BA from Northeastern University in Organizational Communication.
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