Becoming a parent is a big decision. It’s wonderful to have options at your disposal for starting your family, but it can also be an overwhelming process. At Cascade Cryobank, we’d like to help make the decision a little easier. Here’s what you should know about sperm donation and how it can benefit your growing family.
Sperm donation is commonly used by those who cannot conceive on their own, whether it is due to fertility issues, being a same-sex female couple, transgender couple, single woman, or those with the potential of passing on a genetic disease. Having a child is a goal of many couples, so when a circumstance beyond your control takes away the ability to conceive naturally, sperm donation can be a wonderful alternative.
When a heterosexual couple, for example, is unsuccessful at conceiving after one year, they often seek professional help. If the reason for unsuccessful attempts is that sperm quality is lacking, a sperm donor can be a welcome solution. More single women are choosing to use sperm donors to become pregnant and raise a child solo. Lesbian, transgender, and gender-diverse couples can use a sperm donor to have a baby who will be genetically related to one of the parents.
Sperm donation allows you the option to choose the level of contact that you want with your chosen sperm donor. You can keep the sperm donor anonymous or use direct, or known, sperm donors. There is a semi-open donor arrangement which allows for some information to be shared, but not full contact details.
With a semi-open arrangement, photos and letters may be shared between the recipient family and the sperm donor. Cascade Cryobank is proud to offer our Early Disclosure Program, which will inform the sperm donor upon the child’s birth. We can also arrange a virtual meeting between you and the sperm donor.
The flexibility and control you have over the level of contact you want can make sperm donation the perfect option for you.
One of the benefits of using a sperm donor to start your family is the ability to choose qualities and features that matter to you. If you are a heterosexual couple dealing with low sperm quality, you may be looking for a donor who closely resembles the father-to-be. Maybe physical traits aren’t important to you, but personal interests and educational background are. You can home in on those traits when searching for a donor.
Deciding when and how to start a family is a big decision. At Cascade Cryobank, we understand how sperm donation can play a role in making this dream come true, and we are here to help.
Cascade Cryobank, located in Lynnwood Washington, helps you grow your family with quality donor sperm derived from a selective screening process.
