Today, more and more women are choosing to take control of their fertility and are considering egg freezing, known as social freezing. This modern approach makes it possible to preserve the chance of motherhood for later in life, when natural fertility gradually declines. What social freezing involves, who it is suitable for, and when the ideal time to consider it is explained by Dr. Tomáš Koukal, MD, a specialist in assisted reproduction at Unica Clinic Brno, who has been working in this field for more than 13 years.
What Is Social Freezing and Who Can It Help?
Egg freezing is a process in which a woman’s eggs are retrieved and preserved in high quality for future use. If a woman later decides to become pregnant, these eggs can be used—and biologically, they correspond to the woman’s age at the time they were retrieved.
“Thanks to social freezing, a woman has the opportunity to use eggs from a period when their quality was at its highest. This significantly increases the chance of a successful pregnancy later in life,” explains Dr. Koukal.
Social freezing is particularly suitable for women who do not currently plan to become pregnant but want to preserve more options for the future—whether for personal, health-related, or professional reasons.
When Is the Ideal Time to Freeze Eggs?
The most suitable period for egg freezing is between the ages of 25 and 30, when eggs are generally of the best quality. However, this does not mean that deciding later has no value.
“It is individual for every woman. Even after the age of thirty, social freezing can yield very good results. Generally, up to around the age of 38, it is possible to achieve effective fertility preservation if a sufficient number of high-quality eggs can be obtained,” adds Dr. Koukal.
In general, the earlier a woman decides to take this step, the greater her chances of success in the future.
Social Freezing in the Czech Republic and Worldwide
While egg freezing is still a relatively new trend in the Czech Republic, in some countries—such as Spain—social freezing already represents a significant proportion of procedures performed at assisted reproduction clinics. Interest in fertility preservation is gradually increasing here as well.
“We see that women are thinking more and more about their fertility and want to preserve the chance of having their own child in the future,” says Dr. Koukal.
How Social Freezing Works at Unica Clinic
At Unica Clinic, we place great emphasis on an individual approach and thorough initial examinations. The first step is a consultation with a specialist, during which we carry out comprehensive fertility testing, including measuring AMH (anti-Müllerian hormone) levels and assessing ovarian reserve.
Based on the results, the doctor recommends the most suitable course of action and provides the woman with a clear overview of her options.
Legislative Options and International Cooperation
Unica Clinic also offers the possibility of transporting frozen eggs to a partner clinic in Barcelona, where legislation is more open and allows treatment for single women or same-sex couples—unlike current Czech legislation.
Think About Your Future Today
Watch the full interview with Dr. Tomáš Koukal in the video.
If you are considering egg freezing or would like to learn more, the Unica Clinic team is ready to provide you with expert advice, a compassionate approach, and support at every step of your journey.