There are over 1 million frozen embryos now in storage in the US
Frozen donated embryo transfers nearly quadrupled between 2004 and 2019, according to a study in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
It notes that over 1 million frozen embryos are now in storage, many kept by IVF patients who are reluctant to discard them. Many women who undergo early menopause and want to have kids, use these to get pregnant.
Historically, embryo donations have been difficult due to legal, logistical, and genetic-testing complications. But now, new platforms, like Empower With Moxi, are making it more accessible.
Services connect donors and recipients to build familiarity and shared values, rather than relying on anonymous transfers.