What Happens After You Choose a Donor?

It’s true that choosing donor sperm can be a life changing journey. It’s something that can really enrich your life, but there are also a lot of steps, and each step can bring about its own set of feelings that might need to be worked through. It really helps knowing what to expect so you can find the resources that can get you through each step.

Most of us spend a lot of our time and energy choosing a great donor. Yet, what comes after is important, as well. Here’s a look at what to expect after making your selection:

Officially Make the Purchase

When looking through categories, finding a sperm donor that catches your eye isn’t necessarily a guarantee that you will be able to purchase it. The best thing to do is immediately contact the sperm bank. Make sure the sperm is still available, so you’ll want to secure your selection right away. Be sure to tell the sperm bank if you plan to use the sperm for multiple siblings. You’ll need to reserve the sperm in advance if that’s the case.

You’ll also need to work with your doctor and the sperm bank to determine the vial types you’ll need, as well. You might need different types of vials depending on the types of vials you will be using.

Complete the Right Paperwork

A lot of this will depend on whom you decide to work with to buy the sperm, but some of it is also standard for the industry. The next step is to fill out the right paperwork. Here’s a look at what it includes:

• Consent Forms
• Medical Clearances
• Legal Contracts

Work with your sperm bank to figure out what you’ll need. Again, this will all depend on which sperm bank you work with, as well as anything that the industry requires.

Procedure, Pregnancy, and Beyond

Remember that growing your family is the goal. We can take things one step at a time and work together to help you have the family you’ve always dreamed of having. First, you need to understand the process. Here’s a look at what it looks like after you’ve secured your vials:

• Have your procedure. The first step after purchase is to have whichever procedure you’ll need to get pregnant. This will vary, and it all depends on your work with your doctor.
• Deal with pregnancy. Once you have your procedure and you end up pregnant, your next step will be to prepare to be a new mom and grow your family! Of course, you’ll want to involve your doctors, your family, and your support network every step of the way.
• Beyond pregnancy. Growing your family through sperm donation is a rewarding process. There might be some challenges, but there are also some happy times. If you have a great support system, you will be able to navigate this perfectly.

Do you want to grow your family? Please look at what resources as information we have for you. You can also browse our donor catalog! Visit this page: https://cascadecryobank.com/donors/