Egg freezing is a deeply personal decision, one often driven by hopes for the future, whether you're focusing on your career, health or haven’t yet found the right time or partner. But alongside this powerful step towards reproductive freedom, many women share a common concern: Will my eggs be safe in storage?
At London Women’s Clinic, we understand that freezing your eggs isn’t just a clinical process, it’s an emotional investment. That’s why safety, regulation and long-term security sit at the heart of everything we do.
55 Years of Legal Protection and Storage Confidence
In a move that reflects the growing recognition of reproductive choice, UK law allows frozen eggs to be stored for up to 55 years - a change regulated by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA).* The power of long-term storage recently made headlines when an American couple, Lindsey and Tim Pierce, welcomed their baby, Thaddeus Daniel Pierce, through a frozen embryo transfer using an embryo frozen back in 1994.** Their story highlights how extended storage can give individuals greater freedom to build families on their own terms based on their unique circumstances.
This change isn’t just about timelines — it’s about trust. The fact that eggs can be stored safely for over five decades shows just how advanced, secure and carefully regulated modern egg freezing has become. For our patients, it means less pressure, more flexibility and the reassurance that your fertility choices remain protected for decades to come.
Our Safety Procedures: What Happens After You Freeze Your Eggs?
Once your eggs are frozen, they enter an environment designed to protect them long into the future. At London Women’s Clinic, our cryostorage facilities are state-of-the-art and managed by highly trained embryologists.
Egg Freezing Safety: Monitoring and Compliance at Every Step
We maintain:
- 24/7 electronic monitoring of all storage tanks
- Temperature alarm systems to detect and alert for any deviation
- Redundant safety systems, including backup tanks and power sources
- Routine HFEA inspections to ensure compliance with the highest standards
- Strict chain-of-custody protocols to ensure every sample is securely labelled, tracked and recorded
Eggs are frozen using a technique called vitrification — a flash-freezing method that helps preserve egg quality for the long term. Whether your eggs are stored for five years or fifty, we prioritise safety at every step to ensure your future plans are protected.
A Trusted Team Supporting Your Future with Egg Freezing Safety
At London Women’s Clinic, clinical expertise meets personalised care to ensure your egg freezing safety at every stage. With over 20 years of experience, our world-class fertility specialists and embryologists bring expert knowledge from global training to provide the highest standard of treatment and preservation.
As the UK’s first and only dedicated egg bank, we have pioneered vitrification techniques and frozen more eggs than any other clinic nationally. This extensive experience translates into superior success rates and trusted long-term egg freezing safety.
From your initial consultation through to personalised support during storage, your dedicated treatment coordinator and expert team prioritise transparency, care, and clear communication - managing your journey with transparency and sensitivity.
The Freedom to Decide When You're Ready
With safe egg freezing now possible for up to 55 years under HFEA regulation, you have greater flexibility in planning your future. Whether you're not yet ready to start a family, undergoing medical treatment or want the reassurance of preserving your fertility***, you can move forward knowing your eggs are stored safely and securely.
At London Women’s Clinic, we combine advanced medical technology with compassionate, personalised care — delivering not just safe egg freezing in London, but a service you can rely on. Your future is your own. We’re here to help you protect it.
Ready to Talk About Egg Freezing?
If you have questions about egg freezing safety, long-term storage or would simply like to explore your options, we’re here to help.
To take the first step towards egg freezing book your initial consultation or call 0203 936 3036 to speak with a member of our expert team.
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