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A Wake-Up Call for Global Sperm Donor Regulation: What the European Donor Case Teaches Us
A recent case in Europe has reignited concern over sperm donor regulation, and for good reason. Between 2008 and 2015, a man unknowingly carrying a rare, cancer-causing genetic mutation donated sperm that was used to conceive at least 67 children across eight countries. Of those children, 23 inherited the mutation, and at least 10 have already been diagnosed with cancer, including leukemia, lymphomas, and brain tumors. The case, presented by biologist Edwige Kasper at the 2025 European Society...
Why Sperm Donor Age Guidelines Matter: A Response to Recent Studies on Sperm and IVF Outcomes
Two recent headlines about sperm donor age and fertility outcomes have made waves in the reproductive health space. According to a Daily Mail article, new research presented at the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) 2025 meeting found that sperm from men over 45 was linked to higher miscarriage rates, even when paired with donor eggs from young women. Meanwhile, STAT News cited the same research, emphasizing that while female age remains the most prominent factor in...
Financing Your Fertility Journey with CapexMD: Q&A
Starting a fertility treatment journey is a big step, and navigating the financial side can sometimes feel overwhelming. Understanding your financing options is key to reducing stress and ensuring that you can focus on what matters most: starting your family. Our partners at CapexMD are here to guide you through every step of the way. We’ve recently interviewed AJ Rosenfield, Director of Client Relations about financing your fertility treatments through CapexMD and compiled some of the most...
Guest Blog: A Step-by-Step Guide to Selecting a Sperm Donor as a Single Mother by Choice – By Reema Kiran Choice Mom Coach
Becoming a single mother by choice is likely one of the most significant decisions of your life. The donor selection process can feel like a close second. Choosing the "perfect" donor can be overwhelming—it's definitely not as simple as swiping left or right! But by breaking down the process into manageable steps, you can approach this decision with confidence. Here’s everything you need to consider in selecting a donor, along with some insights from my own journey. Step 1: Understanding Types...
Becoming A Single Parent by Choice
Deciding to move forward with single parenthood can be a big step. Seattle Sperm Bank is here to support you in growing your family. Where to Start The best place to start your family-building journey is with a healthcare provider. Whether you are choosing to try an at-home insemination or if you are planning other treatment types in-office, the guidance of a healthcare provider will help create the foundation for your pregnancy. Additionally, if you are planning for an at-home insemination,...
How Seattle Sperm Bank Tracks and Responds to Medical Updates
At Seattle Sperm Bank (SSB), we are committed to the health and well-being of families created through our services. Our Genetic Counseling Team diligently monitors all medical updates reported by our clients, donors, distributors, and eventually by donor-conceived people (DCP) themselves. We aim to ensure that all clients, clinicians, and adult DCP will have access to the most up-to-date and accurate donor family history. Here’s an overview of our process to ensure transparency regarding...
Why Quality Matters At A Sperm Bank
When searching for the right donor to complete your family-building goals, it is crucial to understand the types of vials you need for your planned treatment and the quality of the vials being provided. At Seattle Sperm Bank, we prioritize quality to ensure the best possible outcomes for our clients. Vial Types at Seattle Sperm Bank We offer a variety of vial types to accommodate different treatment plans. Here’s a breakdown of the options: IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) Vials: These vials...
Family Limits – Your Options Explained
At Seattle Sperm Bank, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse group of donors to meet the growing demand from families seeking to conceive through sperm donation. Our standard operating procedure limits us to a maximum of 25 families per sperm donor in the entire United States. This family limit policy is consistent with practices observed across sperm banks nationwide. We help many clients create happy, healthy families each day with the use of donors in our program, but understand it may...
Meet Maya’s Wings Foundation
Maya’s Wings Foundation is dedicated to advancing research that improves IVF outcomes for all. We had the pleasure of speaking with the founders to learn about the impactful work and inspiring mission behind this remarkable organization. On A Mission To Improve Health Outcomes Of IVF-Related Pregnancies Tell us more about Maya’s Wings Foundation mission and how it got started. The Maya's Wings Foundation started as a way to honor the loss of our daughter, Maya. Through her death, we...
Introducing Our New Family Slot Program
Seattle Sperm Bank is proud to be the first sperm bank in the United States to introduce a Family Slot Program. In the U.S., sperm banks have traditionally monitored family limits based on reported pregnancies and births. However, this method relies solely on birth reports directly from intended parents as fertility centers are not required to report treatment outcomes for individual third-party patients. Our new program aims to provide more accurate and transparent tracking of donor usage....
