Seattle Sperm Bank is your trusted partner and resource when it comes to donor sperm. We are here every step of the way as your journey into parenthood. Explore our blog for topics from preconception to conception with donor sperm.
Using Donor Sperm Vials at Home
Home insemination is a great option for some individuals or couples using donor sperm. The person planning to carry the pregnancy should not be experiencing any fertility issues that would hinder insemination. Although some people have been successful with home insemination on their first attempt, you should plan an average of 3 vials per pregnancy. All vial purchases come with free storage; with 3 vials you will receive 6 months of free storage at SSB. You can use our Buy Back Program to...
What To Know About Using ART Vials
Seattle Sperm Bank offers different vial types for different treatment uses. This includes IUI, ICI, IUI ART, ICI ART, and ICSI vials. The most used vial type is the IUI or washed vial, which can be used for all treatment types. Here we get into more detail about the most overlooked vials, IUI ART and ICI ART vials. What makes ART vials different? ART vials come either IUI (washed) or ICI (unwashed). Both IUI and ICI ART vials come with lower numbers of total sperm cells, between 4 to 9...
Questions To Ask Your Sperm Bank
You may be eyeing multiple sperm banks when starting your family-building journey. Different banks offer different services at different pricing. We compiled a list of questions to consider when choosing a sperm bank, and what to know about working with Seattle Sperm Bank (SSB). What information do intended parents receive about donors? At SSB we give a lot of information about the donor’s physical and subjective characteristics. You can review each donor profile for free to get a first...
Single Parent By Choice Support
People choosing to become single parents by choice is rising. You might find yourself at Seattle Sperm Bank if you need donor sperm to become a parent. Finding Your Sperm Donor We are happy to help find a donor who meets your family-building needs. You can start by using our search tool to browse our available donors. Then, if you find that we have some that you would like to see more information you can then purchase an All-Access Pass for $50. With the All-Access Pass, you will have 3 months...
Vial Types – What to Know
Seattle Sperm Bank offers different vial types for different treatment uses. We’re going to break down each vial type and what treatment types they are typically used for. Your best source of information for your treatment plan will always come from your healthcare provider, but do not hesitate to reach out to us if you wish to learn more about our vial offerings or need any support! IUI Vials IUI vials are the most common type of vial purchased regardless of treatment. IUI vials are washed...
Donor Sperm: A Single Parent By Choice Tells Her Story
At Seattle Sperm Bank, we proudly support all the paths that lead to parenthood. Single parenthood by choice is a growing group of people that are choosing to become parents without a co-partner. We are grateful to have Kristin share her experience about choosing to be a single parent by choice and what the journey to parenthood looked like for her. Kristin, how did you make the decision to pursue parenthood alone? Did you have any fears going into this as a single parent? "I had thought about...
Your Timeline for Ordering Donor Sperm
Starting your journey to parenthood using donor sperm is an exciting time, but when it comes to choosing, ordering, and scheduling, it can start to be overwhelming. We are here to guide you step by step through the donor sperm process, from choosing a donor to submitting a birth report. Choosing Your Sperm Donor Starting your donor search early is the best way to tackle this step. Giving yourself more time to find your favorite donor helps ease some of the stress of looking. New donors are...
The LGBTQIA Guide To Donor Sperm
Seattle Sperm Bank Is Proud To Support The LGBTQIA+ Community Getting started with family planning can be an exciting time but looking for the right donor sperm can feel like a big undertaking, along with any other treatment needed to pursue parenthood. Using compassionate care and one-on-one assistance, we are ready to support your family-building goals. Here are some tips for getting started and finding your favorite donor: Start With Your Healthcare Professional Whether your road to...
Tips and Tricks To Find The Right Sperm Donor
Congratulations! You’re taking your first steps to parenthood. Whether you always knew you would need a donor, or it just became part of your journey, we understand it can feel overwhelming. Parenthood with donor sperm can mean you are doing this with or without a partner, but we are here to be by your side every step of the way. To help you get started, we’ve put together some inside tips and tricks that we have learned for finding your perfect donor! Start With A List Making a list of...
Unvaccinated Vs. Vaccinated Donor Sperm
When looking for donor sperm there are numerous characteristics to keep in mind, and on the top of the list is quality and health. The recent Covid pandemic and Covid vaccinations may leave you wondering about unvaxxed sperm versus vaccinated sperm. Where does the data stand today? At Seattle Sperm Bank we keep a close eye on the latest information regarding donor sperm regulations and requirements. We know that active Covid infections can be detrimental to overall health, which is important...
