Egg Freezing: Preserve Your Fertility Until You’re Ready

Egg Freezing or Oocyte Cryopreservation is becoming increasingly popular among modern women and families planning for the future. As more individuals choose to delay marriage and parenthood, fertility naturally becomes a concern. Egg Freezing offers a proactive solution to preserve egg quality, allowing women to achieve healthy pregnancies—even if they choose to have children later in life.

It is also a highly suitable option for couples facing fertility challenges who may require IVF or ICSI in the future. Additionally, egg freezing can help reduce the risk of chromosomal abnormalities, such as Down syndrome, by preserving younger, healthier eggs.

What is Egg Freezing or Oocyte Cryopreservation?

Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation) is a medical technique that allows women to preserve their mature, high-quality eggs for future use. During the procedure, eggs are carefully retrieved from the ovaries during a woman’s reproductive prime and frozen through a process known as oocyte cryopreservation at -196°C.

These frozen eggs can later be thawed and fertilized using IVF or ICSI, depending on the patient’s needs. It's important to distinguish this from embryo freezing, where the egg is fertilized with sperm before being frozen. Embryo freezing is typically preferred by couples who have already committed to a partner, while Egg Freezing offers greater flexibility for women who are not yet ready.

If you're exploring fertility options and considering Egg Freezing, you can learn more about treatment costs by visiting our Egg Freezing package page.

Why Do Women Choose to Freeze Their Eggs?

Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation) helps reduce future fertility risks and supports healthy family planning in the following ways:

Underlying health conditions that impact fertility

For women with medical conditions such as ovarian cysts or undergoing treatments like chemotherapy or radiation, fertility may be compromised. Egg Freezing before treatment can preserve the ability to have biological children using healthy, unaffected eggs.

Preserving high-quality eggs for future pregnancy

The earlier eggs are frozen, the better their quality. Women considering pregnancy in the future are encouraged to freeze their eggs before age 35, with the ideal range being 28–35. After age 45, fertility potential drops significantly. Egg Freezing is a forward-thinking strategy to protect the possibility of pregnancy later in life.

Planning for future IVF or ICSI

Women with fertility concerns or hereditary risk factors may wish to preserve eggs in preparation for future IVF or ICSI procedures. Egg Freezing ensures that healthy eggs are available when you're ready to start your family.

How to Prepare Before Egg Freezing

Before starting the process, it’s important to prepare your body and mind. Here are some practical steps:

• Get 8–10 hours of restful sleep each night
• Eat a fertility-supporting diet including egg whites, tofu, and fish
• Avoid high-sugar and high-fat foods
• Take supplements or vitamins as advised by your doctor
• Avoid high-intensity workouts or strenuous activities
• Maintain emotional balance and reduce stress

The 5-Step Egg Freezing or Oocyte Cryopreservation Process

1. Initial Consultation and Treatment Planning (Preparation)

The first step is a comprehensive fertility assessment with our medical team. This includes an ultrasound to evaluate your ovarian health, hormone levels, and an overview of your reproductive history. You'll also complete initial screenings including:

• Height and weight
• Blood pressure
• Medical history
• Pregnancy history
• Menstrual cycle review

2. Ovarian Stimulation

Once your ovarian condition is confirmed, you’ll begin hormone stimulation. Based on your unique profile, our fertility team will personalize your medication schedule. SAFE Fertility Group PCL provides dedicated personal care assistants who can support you with at-home injections and answer questions throughout the process.

3. Monitoring Ovulation Response (Ovulation Induction)

Throughout stimulation, our specialists will track your progress through regular ultrasounds and hormone tests. Medications may be adjusted based on your body’s response. When the eggs reach the appropriate size, a final trigger injection is administered to prepare for retrieval.

4. Egg Retrieval

Egg retrieval typically takes place 36–37 hours after the trigger shot. Under light sedation, your eggs are gently collected through the vaginal wall using ultrasound guidance. The procedure takes about 15–30 minutes and is performed in our accredited surgical suite.

5. Freezing the Eggs (Vitrification)

Once collected, your eggs are transferred to our in-house laboratory, where they are rapidly frozen using the vitrification method in liquid nitrogen at -196°C. This process ensures the structural integrity and quality of each egg. When you are ready to conceive, the eggs can be thawed and fertilized with sperm via IVF or ICSI.

Possible Side Effects After Egg Retrieval

Some women may experience side effects after Egg Freezing. These can include:

• Procedure-related symptoms
  Minor complications such as bleeding or infection may occur during egg retrieval. These are rare but possible due to the needle passing through the vaginal wall near the ovaries.
• Hormonal side effects
  Stimulation medications may cause temporary bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, or shortness of breath due to ovarian hyperstimulation.
• Emotional impacts
  Some women may experience stress or emotional sensitivity due to the hormone medications or the pressure of fertility planning. SAFE Fertility Group PCL provides continuous emotional and medical support throughout your journey.

How Likely Is Pregnancy with Frozen Eggs?

Egg Freezing is one of the most effective methods for fertility preservation. The earlier you freeze your eggs, the better the chance of a successful pregnancy later. Women who freeze their eggs in their late 20s to early 30s generally have the most favorable outcomes. This option allows you to protect your fertility while pursuing your personal or professional goals.

Now is the Time, Let SAFE Fertility Group PCL Be Part of Your Journey

For women who want to preserve their fertility, there’s no better time than now. At Safe Fertility Group PCL in Thailand, we offer internationally accredited Egg Freezing or Oocyte Cryopreservation services and ICSI/IVF, trusted by both Thai and international patients seeking world-class fertility care. With over 18 years of experience, cutting-edge technology, multilingual staff, and personalized support, we make fertility preservation accessible and reassuring. Our nationwide presence includes convenient locations such as Gaysorn Amarin branch in central Bangkok, Ramintra branch near the Suvarnabhumi Airport, Phuket branch —Thailand’s top medical and fertility tourism hub, Khonkaen branch as a gateway to neighboring countries in the northeast and Sriracha branch—a relaxed seaside city perfect for a short getaway from Bangkok.

Whether you’re traveling for treatment or already living in Thailand, SAFE Fertility Group PCL offers a seamless, supportive, and personalized path to parenthood—delivered with comfort, convenience, and internationally recognized standards of care.