A growing question among families considering embryo adoption through Snowflakes: Are children born from embryo adoption at risk for adoption-related trauma? When most people think of “adoption trauma,” they are referring to the emotional and neurological impact that can occur when a child is separated from their birth family—whether at birth or later in […]

  When you begin the journey of embryo adoption, you will likely find yourself asking a lot of questions. One that often comes up for families working with Snowflakes is: “Were donor eggs or sperm used to create these embryos?” It is a good and important question. For some families, the idea of adopting embryos […]

  If you are just beginning your embryo adoption journey, preparing for your first frozen embryo transfer, or holding a long-awaited newborn in your arms, the teenage years may seem light-years away. However, time has a way of flying—and sooner than you think, your child will be navigating adolescence. No matter where you are in […]

  Donating embryos through the Snowflakes Embryo Adoption Program is a profound gift. For many placing families, it is an act of deep compassion, born from both gratitude and the desire to help someone else experience the joy of parenthood. However, even in this generous offering, there can be moments of unexpected heartache—particularly when your […]

Embryo adoption is an incredible opportunity for hopeful parents to experience pregnancy and childbirth while giving frozen embryos a chance at life. If you are preparing for a frozen embryo transfer (FET) with an adopted embryo, you may feel a mix of excitement, hope, and nervousness. Here is a comprehensive guide to help you navigate […]

  When you start your embryo adoption journey through Snowflakes, may seem like it is all paperwork and preferences – until you learn that you will need to create a family profile. For some people, this is an exciting opportunity! A time to be creative, write about your life, and pull out the family photos. […]

  As embryo adoption continues to grow as a beautiful way to bring life to embryos, it is crucial to understand the unique benefits of keeping IVF embryo cohorts together. Embryo cohorts refer to groups of embryos created from the same IVF cycle, which means they are genetic siblings. When embryos are adopted together by […]

The Snowflakes Embryo Adoption Program has been successfully helping embryo donors (placing families) match with the adopting family of their choice for over 25 years. As advancements in reproductive technology have offered new pathways to parenthood, embryo adoption has emerged as a promising solution for families experiencing infertility. Our success is rooted in our legacy […]

  During your embryo adoption journey through Snowflakes, you might come across information about embryo quality and find yourself asking, "What do these letters and numbers mean?" Rest assured, you are not alone! Terms like embryo quality and embryo grading can seem complicated, but we are here to simplify things. What is Embryo Quality? Embryo […]

  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 […]