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What Does Your Faith Say About Using Donor Eggs?

This interesting piece by Trisha Mariwala on Cofertility.com looks specifically at what the major religions say about egg donation - if it’s allowed and under what circumstances.

5th April 2024

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This article is a brief but useful summary, with further links for those who are interested in finding out more, of how different religions view assisted reproduction and specifically egg donation. It highlights the fact that some faiths limit or ban the use of egg donation, while other religions – or movements within them such as Reform Judaism – accept it under certain circumstances, so that there are often ‘grey areas’. This is a helpful guide for those thinking about or grappling with issues around their own or their family’s/community’s religious beliefs, with good advice at the end to consider finding support to help with your decision-making.

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