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Self and Home Insemination
Many women prefer to perform their insemination in the privacy of home (also called self-insemination), but not all sperm banks will ship sperm directly to your home.
Some sperm banks will, but most banks require a doctor's authorization, and some sperm banks will ship only to a clinic or doctor's office.
Pregnancy Reported - Does it Matter
There are several factors you may wish to consider in evaluating whether it's important that a donor has had a reported pregnancy.
Donor Screening
How do I know the sperm is safe?
By reading the fine print and asking the right questions.
Sperm Donor Photos
Members often ask, "Can I see photos of the sperm donors?" The answer is usually no.
Most (but not all) sperm donors wish to remain anonymous. When they decide to donate their sperm, they sign a contract with the sperm bank.
Usually, one of the terms in the contract is that the bank agrees to keep the donor's identity private. Some donors do agree to release their identity when any offspring becomes an adult, usually in 18 years. (See our tutorial on ID Release Donors). This doesn't mean you can see the donor's photo now.
What Fees do Sperm Banks Charge?
Semen Costs:
Semen specimens are usually sold in vials or units. One vial/unit is enough for a single insemination. The cost varies depending on whether you want standard (ICI/cervical insemination), prewashed (IUI/uterine insemination) or IVF (in-vitro fertilization).
Prewashed costs a little more, typically $50-150 more per unit, but may offer a better chance of pregnancy because the sperm are inserted directly into the uterus.
How Much Does Donor Sperm Cost?
The cost of donor sperm varies among sperm banks and depends on what combination of products and services you want. Some providers have an array of fees, broken down to the smallest details, such as whether you download a report from the web or have it mailed to you.
How To Become a Sperm Donor
We get lots of email from men wanting to know how they can become a sperm donor. We are not a sperm bank, so you can't donate with us. But here are some things you should know if you want to become a sperm donor:
Requirements
The requirements for becoming a sperm donor are very high. Most sperm banks reject 90-95% of all applicants. You must be in excellent health and between 18 and 35 years old.
Advanced Sperm Donor Search FAQs
- How do I access the Advanced Donor Search?
You have to become a VIP member. You can do this by either checking out via your cart on the right hand area of your screen or by going to the checkout page here.
- What is the Advanced Donor Search?
Questions About Guided Sperm Donor Search | Wizard FAQs
Frequently asked questions about the Donor Wizard.
Looking for Sperm Donors | FAQs
How much does donor sperm cost?
This question is complex as each bank has diverse fee schedules. Checking with your chosen sperm donors’ banks is the best way to get the most accurate information.
How often do you update your sperm donor listings?
We update it at least twice a week. Each donor is date/time stamped so you can see exactly when the donor was last updated.
How is a donor's sperm valued?
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