A vasectomy is the most reliable form of contraception a man can get. It’s also a common procedure with about half a million men going through it every year in the U.S. Because it’s so effective, you want to be certain you, or more importantly your spouse or partner, don’t want to have… Read more »
It can certainly be overwhelming to understand the costs and procedures associated with selecting, ordering, and shipping your donor sperm vials. Understanding the total costs of how much you will be spending with a sperm bank as part of your journey to conceive can bring you peace of mind, and allow to you more… Read more »
There are many reasons to use a cryobank to freeze and store sperm for future personal use. These include: An upcoming military deployment. In 2016, the Pentagon created a pilot program that pays troops to have their sperm or eggs frozen for later use. You’re considering a vasectomy. Storing sperm can serve as a backup… Read more »
The number of women postponing pregnancy until later in life is growing. As a result, many are finding it difficult to conceive. Fortunately, there are more options for help than ever. And as more families, couples, and single women learn about the high success rate of using sperm donors to conceive, the word is spreading…. Read more »
Using a sperm bank is a safe and effective way to conceive a child. Of course, there are many things to consider when choosing the right sperm bank for your needs. This is a major life decision and we encourage you to get all the information you can. All the major sperm banks and… Read more »
Seattle Sperm Bank offers the most comprehensive genetic testing of any sperm bank in the world. Our screening process includes testing all donors who entered our program as of August 2016 for more than 100 genetic conditions. We maintain our high standards by continually improving our donor screening process. Case in point: our latest feature allows… Read more »
CNN News, New Scientist, Human Reproduction Update, and other news outlets are reporting that the sperm counts of men living in North America, Europe, and New Zealand have plummeted by 50-60% over the past 40 years. These reports are based on a comprehensive study conducted by an international team of researchers led by Dr. Hagai… Read more »
Genetic testing is an essential part of selecting healthy sperm donors. That’s why Seattle Sperm Bank offers the most comprehensive genetic testing of donors of any licensed sperm bank in the U.S. Plus, we are always looking to improve. For all donors who have entered our program since August 2016, our current screening process includes testing… Read more »
It’s finally happened. After all the time and effort of choosing a donor, scheduling your vial deliveries, and exercising plenty of patience you’ve successfully conceived. Now it’s time to share the wonderful news! And when you do, please be sure to include Seattle Sperm Bank by reporting your pregnancy – and later – the birth… Read more »
Choosing a sperm donor takes time, effort, and emotional energy. When you do find the right one, you want to be sure the vials of sperm you order match your donor selection. Seattle Sperm Bank’s proprietary SURE-CHECK system ensures this. It guarantees the chain of custody for donor identification from beginning to end, giving you… Read more »
