Embarking on the path to egg freezing is a significant step in planning for your future family. We are dedicated to ensuring that your journey to reproductive empowerment is smooth, supported, and tailored to your unique needs and goals.
As women age, the health of their eggs declines significantly. However, by freezing younger, healthier eggs, you can increase the likelihood of a successful pregnancy later in life. Deciding when to embark on the journey of motherhood is a deeply personal and multifaceted choice, influenced by career aspirations, financial stability, relationship status, and fertility considerations.
At whichever stage of life you’re at, we are here to help you plan and preserve your fertility for the future.
Elective egg freezing refers to the process of cryopreserving a woman’s eggs for future use. The primary purpose of egg freezing is to allow women to delay pregnancy while preserving their fertility.
Egg freezing is popular among women who want to postpone childbirth for personal, professional, or medical reasons. It gives women more control over their reproductive choices, allowing them to plan their families on their own terms.
Many women opt to freeze their eggs for personal reasons, such as focusing on their careers, pursuing advanced education, or waiting until they find the right partner. This choice allows them to delay pregnancy without compromising their future fertility.
Egg freezing is also a valuable option for women who are about to undergo medical treatments which can harm their ovarian reserve and reduce fertility.
Egg freezing enables women to preserve their eggs when they are most viable, giving them flexibility in deciding when to start a family. By freezing their eggs, women can make reproductive choices based on their timelines and circumstances without feeling pressured by the biological clock.
While success can vary depending on a woman’s age at the time of freezing and the number of eggs frozen, studies show that frozen eggs can lead to successful pregnancies at rates comparable to those of fresh eggs, particularly for women who freeze their eggs before age 37.
Speak to a fertility specialist to set realistic expectations for yourself and to understand potential outcomes based on your particular circumstances and needs.
In general, the ideal age for egg freezing is before the age of 35. Fertility declines with age, and a woman’s egg quality and quantity decrease significantly as she gets older. Freezing eggs at a younger age allows for the preservation of healthier and more viable eggs. In Singapore, elective egg freezing is allowed for women aged between 21 and 37, regardless of marital status.
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A series of tests and fertility assessments will be performed to your ovarian reserve and overall reproductive health. Your doctor will use the findings to develop a personalised treatment plan that outlines the steps for egg retrieval and freezing, ensuring the best possible outcome for the patient.
Hormone injections are administered to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs in a single cycle. Close monitoring is essential during ovarian stimulation to track the response of the ovaries to the hormones and to adjust the treatment as necessary.
After the eggs have matured, they will be collected from the ovaries using a thin needle, which is carefully inserted through the vaginal wall under direct ultrasound guidance while the patient is under sedation.
The collected eggs will be graded, with only the viable ones being chosen for freezing. A rapid-freeze technique known as vitrification, allows them to be stored for future use. Vitrification is preferred over traditional slow-freezing methods due to its higher success rates in maintaining egg viability and quality.
While egg freezing is generally considered safe, there are associated risks and potential complications.
A study showed that women who froze their eggs had a 74% chance of their eggs surviving the thawing process and a 67% chance of the eggs being successfully fertilised. The pregnancy rate per embryo transfer was 48%, with a 35% live birth rate. Success rates were particularly high when 15 or more eggs were frozen, regardless of the woman’s age at freezing.
Egg freezing caters to women with different circumstances and needs including
Make an appointment to meet Dr Koh to share your needs and expectations.
Dr Koh will proceed to review your needs to prescribe an appropriate procedure.
Depending on your goals, we will continue to follow up with your progress and monitor your recovery.
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Singapore
BMBS (AUS), M.MED (O&G, SG), FRCOG (UK), FAMS (SG)
Dr Daniel Koh is an obstetrician and gynaecologist at Gleneagles Hospital in Singapore, with expertise in egg freezing and fertility preservation. As an MOH-accredited fertility specialist with subspecialty training in reproductive medicine, Dr. Koh has helped many women take control of their reproductive futures through advanced egg-freezing techniques.
His in-depth knowledge of the latest fertility treatments, such as IUI and IVF, enables him to personalise care to each patient’s unique needs. Dr. Koh is committed to empowering women with the options and support needed to make informed fertility and reproductive health decisions.
He completed his medical education from Flinders Medical School and has won multiple awards for his exemplary performance and genuine care for his patients.
Providing a comprehensive suite of services to prioritise your needs and comfort at every step of the way in your fertility journey.
Antenatal care & delivery, maternal & fetal medicine including high-risk pregnancies and fetal screening
Abortion, family planning, abnormal Pap smears, fibroid and ovarian cyst management
Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia), prolonged menstruation, intermenstrual bleeding, painful menstruation (dysmenorrhea), post menopausal bleeding
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To check your fertility, schedule an appointment with a fertility specialist. Our clinic conducts screening tests and ultrasound scans to evaluate ovarian reserve and overall reproductive health.
Prepare your body for egg freezing by practising a healthy lifestyle. Incorporate a balanced diet, regular exercise, and optimal body weight. Supplements to support fertility are advisable. Additionally, it would help if you also managed any pre-existing medical conditions.
Women aged 21 to 37 are eligible for egg freezing in Singapore. Eligibility also depends on your medical history and overall health.
The cost of egg freezing in Singapore varies depending on the clinic and the number of cycles required. Poor response to an egg freezing cycle may require additional cycles, increasing the total cost.
The estimated cost for a single cycle of egg freezing in Singapore can vary based on the health needs of patients. At Daniel Koh Clinic, the cost ranges from $10,000 to $15,000 per cycle (before GST). However, some women may require more than one cycle to obtain sufficient eggs for future use, and this can increase the overall cost.
Alternatives to egg freezing include in vitro fertilisation (IVF) at a later age or adoption, which offers the opportunity to build a family without fertility treatments.
Yes, egg freezing is legal in Singapore.
In Singapore, egg freezing is permitted for women aged 21–37. For women over 37, eligibility is typically assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Medisave does not cover egg freezing for non-medical reasons in Singapore.
The best age to freeze your eggs is before 35. Younger eggs are generally healthier and more viable.
