Numerous misconceptions surround embryo adoption or embryo donation, and at Snowflakes, we often encounter misunderstandings, particularly concerning open adoption. Whether you are considering donating your remaining embryos or receiving embryos to expand your family, you may come across various misconceptions surrounding these opportunities. Families donating their embryos may grapple with their own misconceptions: "I don't […]

  Embryo adoption through the Snowflakes Program offers a beautiful opportunity for families with adoption in their hearts to welcome a child into their home, providing a chance for life. Let's delve into the fundamentals of embryo adoption. Embryo adoption entails the transfer of embryos donated by individuals or couples who have undergone in vitro […]

  Requiring a pre-adoption assessment as part of the embryo adoption process follows the best practices of adoption.  Part of this home study or Snowflakes Family Evaluation (SFE) process is the home visit.  Not to be confused with the home study, which is the entire assessment process (including education, background checks, medical and financil information, […]

  If you're considering expanding your family through adoption, chances are you've faced or are currently grappling with infertility—a challenge experienced by about one in eight couples in the U.S. Upon receiving an infertility diagnosis, individuals often encounter a plethora of misinformation, ranging from misconceptions and half-truths to anecdotes and outright myths. This misinformation can […]

  The Snowflakes Embryo Adoption Program has been successfully helping embryo donors match with the adopting family of their choice for over 25 years. We have experience. Our matching service is hands-on, and final matches are mutually agreed upon between the two families – always. Our success is rooted in our legacy as an adoption […]

In previous blog posts, we described “positive adoption language,” which refers to the careful use of language when speaking about adoption. We recommend careful consideration to the terms used when speaking about embryo adoption.  Embryos are human beings, and they deserve to be spoken of with reverence. Below we list several terms and a suggested […]

  Incorporating a home study as part of the Snowflakes Embryo Adoption Program aligns with adoption best practices, focusing on the prospective adoptive parents' education and preparation. While the requirements of the Snowflakes Family Evaluation (SFE) may initially seem overwhelming, understanding its benefits sheds light on its value for adoptive parents. Education Embracing the Snowflakes […]

In 1997, a couple facing infertility harbored a strong desire for children. Little did they know that their decision to adopt a couple's frozen embryos would lead to the creation of a groundbreaking form of adoption—the Snowflakes Embryo Adoption Program. Now, 25 years later, we joyfully celebrate the arrival of our 1,000th baby! In 2012, […]

During the American Society of Reproductive Medicine conference in October 2022, a new research project was presented focusing on the Psychosocial Outcomes of Children Born via Embryo Donation. Various embryo donation programs provided access to clients/patients with children born through embryo donation or adoption. The study aimed to evaluate parents' perceptions of the psychosocial adjustment […]

In 2022, the Snowflakes Embryo Adoption Program marked its 25th anniversary—a quarter-century of assisting families with remaining embryos in placing them with loving adoptive families. Here are some reasons to celebrate: Our 1,000th baby is about to be born, or perhaps has already arrived—a cause for great rejoicing. Over 9,000 embryos, ranging in qualities and […]