Self Egg Surrgacy

🔍 Understanding Self Egg Surrogacy

Self egg surrogacy (also called genetic surrogacy) is when a woman uses her own eggs with her partner’s/donor sperm to create embryos, which are then transferred to a surrogate. This maintains the biological connection to the child while overcoming pregnancy challenges.

Why It’s Gaining Popularity?

• Preserves genetic lineage (vs. donor egg surrogacy)

• 15% higher success rates than donor egg cases (ICMR 2024 data)

• Preferred by women with:

  • Uterine issues (fibroids, Asherman’s syndrome)

  • Recurrent pregnancy loss

  • Medical conditions preventing safe pregnancy

⚖️ Legal Status in India (2025 Update)

Permitted For:

✔ Married Indian heterosexual couples
✔ Single women (widowed/divorced) aged 35-45
✔ Must prove infertility via Form 6 (ART Act certification)

Banned For:

❌ Commercial surrogacy arrangements
❌ LGBTQ+ couples & single men
❌ Foreign nationals (except NRIs from surrogacy-friendly countries)

Key Documentation Needed:

• Notarized agreement with surrogate (Form 3)

• Court order before embryo transfer

• Annual embryo storage renewal (if applicable)

📊 Medical Process Step-by-Step

Phase 1: Egg Retrieval

• Stimulation: 10-12 days of hormonal injections

• Monitoring: 3-4 ultrasounds

• Retrieval: 20-min procedure under sedation

• Avg. Eggs Retrieved: 8-15 (age-dependent)

Phase 2: Embryo Creation

Phase 3: Surrogate Transfer

• Best Clinics: Have ≥50% implantation rates

• Timeline: 2-3 months after egg retrieval

• Number Transferred: 1-2 embryos (ICMR limit)

💰 Cost Breakdown (2025)

Payment Plans Available:

• 30% at retrieval

• 50% at transfer

• 20% post-pregnancy confirmation

✅ Pros vs. ❌ Cons

Advantages

• Biological connection to child

• Lower cost than donor egg surrogacy

• Higher emotional satisfaction

Challenges

• Requires good ovarian reserve (AMH >1.5)

• Multiple IVF cycles may be needed

• Longer timeline than donor programs

🏥 Choosing the Right Clinic

5 Must-Check Criteria:

1. Own Egg Success Rates: Ask for age-specific data

2. Embryology Lab: Should have vitrification capability

3. Legal Team: Experience with genetic surrogacy cases

4. Surrogate Pool: Availability of ICMR-compliant matches

5. Transparency: Itemized cost breakdowns

Top Cities for Self Egg Surrogacy:

• Delhi-NCR: Fastest court approvals

• Mumbai: Best for poor responders

• Bangalore: Leading in PGT-A testing

🚨 Risks to Consider

• Ovarian Hyperstimulation (5-8% risk)

• Embryo Non-Survival (10-15% thaw failures)

• Legal Delays (Avg. 4-6 months for approval)

📌 Key Takeaways

✔ Best for: Women under 38 with good egg quality
✔ Minimum Cost: ₹9L (Bangalore) to ₹16L (Mumbai)
✔ Timeline: 8-14 months from start to delivery
✔ Success Rates: 55-75% with PGT-tested embryos

Next Steps:

1. Get ovarian reserve testing (AMH/AFC)

2. Consult 2-3 ICMR-registered clinics

3. Compare:

   • Clinic success rates

   • Legal support scope

   • Payment flexibility