Jazmine
September 16, 2026
In this short video, a repeat Donor Nexus egg donor shares the one piece of advice she would give anyone preparing for a first donation cycle: follow the diet plan from your care team closely. She also talks about the support she received from the Donor Nexus team and why she recommends donating.
If you are getting ready for your first cycle, her tips pair well with our guide to do's and don'ts while on donor medications. You can also learn how our programs work and what it takes to become an egg donor before you apply. The transcript follows the video.
Her advice at a glance
This repeat donor's advice for first-time egg donors is to follow your diet and hydration plan closely, including the fluids, protein and salt it recommends.
She found it helped with bloating and recovery on her second cycle. Your own clinic's instructions always come first.
Her advice in her own words
"I'd just like to start off by saying how amazing Donor Nexus is to work with. They are always checking in on me, making sure I am doing well, and making sure I don't have any questions or concerns. If I have any questions, they are always there to answer and make me feel better.
I have been a donor twice, and one thing I have found that would be a great piece of advice for a first-time egg donor is to follow the diet plan that they give you. Drinking lots of Gatorade, lots of protein, and lots of salt. I have really found that that helps with the recovery process. I feel way less bloated. The first time, I should have drank more protein drinks and Gatorade. The second time, I really followed it as closely as I could and it really helped. I have a friend who is a donor too, and she found the same thing. I just think that is some great advice. It's kind of funny, you read about diet and think, "I don't know if this would actually make a difference." But it seems to really make a difference, so that would be my advice to you.
Being a donor has been an amazing process. It's so rewarding helping a family have kids and I really suggest doing it!"
Once you've checked the requirements to donate eggs and you're ready to take the next step, you can start your egg donor application online.
Frequently asked questions
What advice does this repeat donor give first-time egg donors?
She recommends following the diet plan you are given as closely as you can, including the fluids, protein and salt it calls for, because doing that on her second cycle helped her bloating and recovery. Always follow your own clinic's instructions.
Did following the diet plan make a difference for her?
Yes, she says she followed the plan more closely during her second cycle and noticed less bloating and an easier recovery, and a donor friend had a similar experience.
Medical disclaimer
This video reflects one donor's experience and is general information, not medical advice. Follow the diet, fluid and medication instructions from your own clinic, and call your care team with any concerns during a cycle.
California egg donor disclosure
Egg donation involves a screening process. Not all potential egg donors are selected. Not all selected egg donors receive the monetary amounts or compensation advertised. As with any medical procedure, there may be risks associated with human egg donation. Before an egg donor agrees to begin the egg donation process, and signs a legally binding contract, she is required to receive specific information on the known risks of egg donation. Consultation with your doctor prior to entering into a donor contract is advised.
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Jazmine
Jazmine is a Case Manager at Donor Nexus, where for the past three years she has coordinated cycles for both egg donors and intended parents. She knows this journey personally as well, having completed five egg…
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