Is the baby biologically yours if you use an egg donor?
If you use donor eggs, the baby will not have any genetic material ( biologically) that is naturally yours. The egg donor and the sperm donor will give the child DNA. The child’s genes will only come from these two people.
Without a family member as the egg provider, the child will not have any of your DNA. However, as the child’s parent, you will have a legal and social link with them, which is essential for family ties and emotional connections.
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Will my baby look like an egg donor?
The baby born from donor eggs may or may not look a lot like the egg donor. The child will have physical traits from both the egg donor and the sperm donor, but it is not sure that the child will look a lot like either parent.
A donor may look different from you, even if you choose one based on hair color, eye color, and height. The child may not even look like their original parents or the donor. Because genes are passed down in a complicated and random way, children can look very different from their parents or relatives.
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To better understand, please refer to the table below to see if the babies will resemble you or not!
| Aspect | Explanation |
| Genetic Makeup | The baby will inherit DNA from both the egg donor and the sperm provider, not the birth mother. |
| Physical Traits | The child can have physical traits that resemble the egg donor, but there is variability. Selecting a donor with similar characteristics to the birth mother may enhance resemblance, but it does not guarantee it. |
| Influence of Birth Mother | The prenatal environment influenced by the birth mother can affect the child’s development. Factors like maternal health, diet, and stress can impact fetal development. |
| Epigenetics | While the egg donor’s genetic makeup contributes to the child’s traits, the birth mother can influence gene expression through epigenetic factors during pregnancy. |
| Variability in Resemblance | Each child is unique; even genetically similar children can look quite different from each other. Physical resemblance is not guaranteed, even if the donor resembles the intended mother. |
| Environmental Factors | The environment in which the child is brought up also plays a crucial role in shaping their personality, intelligence, and future endeavors. |
| Phenotypic Expression | Maternal experiences can also influence phenotypic traits, even without genetic relations. The child may adapt to the birth mother’s behavior, interests, humor, mannerisms, and facial expressions. |
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Does a baby conceived via donor eggs resemble a birth mom?
Generally, a baby conceived via donor eggs is unlikely to physically resemble the birth mother since all genetic material comes from the egg donor and sperm provider. On the other hand, some things can affect how much a child may act like the birth mother:
- Epigenetics: The birth mother’s setting before she gives birth can significantly affect how the baby grows and develops. Gene expression can be changed by things like the mother’s diet, stress level, and general health, which can cause traits or behaviors to be similar.
- Phenotypic Expression: Some traits, like attitude or mannerisms, are passed down genetically from the egg and sperm donors. However, the birth mother can change these traits during pregnancy.
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In essence, other elements including the child’s environment, the impact of the birth mother during pregnancy, and random genetic variation can also affect the appearance of the child even if the genetic composition of the egg donor will help to define his physical traits. Though not assured, a resemblance to the egg donor is conceivable.
IVF + Donor egg In Iran:
You can come to Iran and donor eggs at a very affordable cost ( in the US, you pay $30,000 and In Iran, you pay something between $3500-5000$ with the same success rate) it’s sound good? Really good opportunities to combine trips with your treatment process.
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| Aspect | Description |
| Legality | Egg donation is legal in Iran under specific regulations shaped by Islamic principles. It is restricted to married couples, and the donor can be a stranger or relative. Privacy is emphasized, protecting the identities of both donor and recipient. |
| Donor Screening | Egg donors undergo thorough medical, psychological, and genetic screening. They must be between 21 and 29 years old, in good health, and have a BMI between 19 and 29. Donors can remain anonymous. |
| Recipient Eligibility | Egg donation is available to infertile married couples in Iran. Single women are not allowed to receive donated eggs. Both the donor and recipient undergo evaluations to ensure the health of the future child. |
| Process Overview | 1. Consultation and donor selection
2. Synchronization of donor and recipient cycles 3. Egg retrieval from the donor 4. Fertilization of eggs with the recipient’s partner’s sperm via IVF 5. Embryo transfer to the recipient’s uterus or a surrogate 6. Pregnancy test 2 weeks later |
| Success Rates | IVF with donor eggs in Iran has an average success rate of 50-60% due to the use of high-quality eggs from young, fertile donors. |
| Cost | The cost of IVF with donor eggs in Iran ranges from $4,000 to $5,000 on average, much lower than in countries like the US where it can cost up to $30,000. |
| Advantages | Affordability, high success rates, cultural acceptance of assisted reproduction, availability of experienced fertility doctors, and well-equipped clinics make Iran an attractive destination for egg donation. |
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