In Germany, on the other hand, it is not permitted to planfully produce more embryos than will later be transferred to the woman. This is intended to prevent the creation of so-called surplus embryos. It is therefore impossible to choose from a higher number of embryos in terms of their development potential.

In addition, couples and women in Germany have to bear a considerable share of the costs for in vitro fertilization treatment themselves. As a result, women in Germany often have two or three embryos transferred in order to increase their chances of becoming pregnant. This leads to a greater likelihood for multiple pregnancies, which are not only risky for the woman but especially for the children.