Embryo Adoption in Madrid

A supportive and safe path to motherhood

At Fertility Madrid, we give you the opportunity to fulfill your dream of becoming a mother through embryo adoption (also known as embryo donation).
This treatment involves transferring to the uterus embryos from couples who have already achieved their family goals and who, in an altruistic way, decide to donate them to help others create a family.
It is a safe, effective, and simpler process than other assisted reproduction treatments, always backed by our team of fertility specialists in the heart of Madrid.

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What is embryo adoption?

Embryo adoption is an assisted reproduction treatment in which donated embryos are transferred to the uterus. It is intended for women or couples who are unable to use their own gametes.

These embryos come from in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments. When patients achieve pregnancy and no longer wish to use their remaining embryos, they may donate them so that other people have the opportunity to build a family.

In Spain, embryo donation is an anonymous, voluntary, and altruistic act regulated by the Assisted Reproduction Law.

When is embryo adoption recommended?

Embryo adoption is an excellent option in situations such as:

  • Women who do not have their own viable eggs.
  • Couples with both male and female infertility factors.
  • Patients who have experienced repeated IVF failures.
  • Women of advanced maternal age who wish to become mothers.
  • Couples who have already exhausted other reproductive alternatives.

Embryo adoption process: step by step

Endometrial preparation

Hormonal medication is administered to prepare the endometrium and support embryo implantation.

Embryo selection and warming

Our laboratory selects the most suitable embryos based on medical and phenotypic criteria. They are then warmed (thawed) before transfer.

Embryo transfer

The embryo is placed in the uterus using a soft catheter, in a painless procedure that does not require anesthesia.

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Pregnancy test and follow-up

A pregnancy test is performed 12–14 days after the transfer. If the result is positive, routine gynecological monitoring begins.

Success rates and advantages

Embryo adoption offers very favorable pregnancy rates, comparable to those of other treatments involving gamete donation.
Main advantages:

  • Simpler treatment compared to egg donation.
  • No ovarian stimulation or egg retrieval required.
  • Lower cost than other fertility treatments.
  • Reduced waiting time, as embryos are already available.

Cost of embryo adoption

The cost of this treatment is more affordable than other assisted reproduction procedures, as it does not require ovarian stimulation or laboratory fertilization.
Includes:
  • Medical consultations to monitor endometrial preparation
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Embryo transfer
At Fertility Madrid, we also offer flexible financing plans so that financial concerns do not stand in the way of your path to motherhood.
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Why choose Fertility Madrid?

We accompany you through every step of the process, giving you the reassurance of being cared for by recognized fertility specialists.

  • Over 20 years of experience in assisted reproduction
  • Laboratory equipped with the latest technology
  • Medical team specialized in embryo donation and adoption
  • Personalized, supportive care in the heart of Madrid
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If you are considering embryo adoption in Madrid, at our clinic you will find the support, expertise, and personalized care you need to make your dream of becoming a mother come true.
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Frequently asked questions about embryo adoption

Is embryo adoption legal in Spain?

Yes. It is regulated by the Assisted Reproduction Law. Donation is anonymous, voluntary, and altruistic.

How many embryos are transferred?

Usually a single embryo is transferred, to increase the chances of success and reduce the risk of multiple pregnancy.

Where do the embryos come from?

From couples who have completed their in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment and decide to donate their embryos, always under legal requirements (egg age under 35 years).

What is the difference between embryo adoption and egg donation?

In egg donation, donor eggs are fertilized with either partner’s or donor sperm. In embryo adoption, the embryo has already been created and is ready for transfer, and it may come from either donor or patient gametes.

What is the success rate at Fertility Madrid?

Our clinical pregnancy rate with donated embryos is over 75%.

Can the baby’s sex be chosen in embryo adoption?

No. Sex selection is not permitted under Spanish law, except in exceptional cases involving sex-linked hereditary diseases.

How is the body prepared for embryo transfer?

The recipient undergoes endometrial preparation with estrogen and progesterone to ensure the uterus is in optimal condition for implantation.

Is embryo adoption a painful treatment?

No. Neither the endometrial preparation nor the embryo transfer are painful. The transfer is performed in the clinic, is painless, and does not require anesthesia.

What advantages does embryo adoption offer compared to other treatments?

  • Simpler procedure (no ovarian stimulation or egg retrieval).

  • Lower cost compared to egg donation or IVF with own gametes.

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    • Shorter waiting times, since embryos are already available.

    • Favorable success rates, comparable to other gamete donation treatments.

What is the cost of embryo adoption in Madrid?

At Fertility Madrid, we offer a fixed price that includes endometrial preparation, the laboratory procedure, and embryo transfer. In addition, we provide flexible financing plans so that cost is not a barrier.