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How a healthy lifestyle can improve your sperm count

Perhaps you are starting your journey to parenthood and looking for proactive steps you can take to improve your chances of conception. Or maybe you have been trying for a while already, but you and your partner have yet to see a positive pregnancy test, and you are trying to establish the reason why...

16 tips for getting pregnant if you have low sperm count

If you’ve been trying to conceive for a while without success, you might be wondering if a low sperm count is to blame.

The good news is that 80% of heterosexual couples where the woman is under 40 will naturally become pregnant within a year. For the other 20%, natural conception isn’t necessarily impossible but may...

A guide to sperm motility

In this guide, we look at sperm motility in more detail, including what’s considered normal sperm motility, the steps you can take to improve sperm motility and what fertility treatment options you have if your sperm motility is making natural conception challenging.

Donor sperm IVF vs donor sperm IUI: which fertility treatment is right for you?

In this article, we’ll help you take the first steps in understanding the differences between IVF and IUI using donor sperm. By exploring the key factors involved, we aim to give you the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about which route to take.

Fertility treatment options for single people

There’s no single path to parenthood. Thanks to assisted reproductive technologies (ART), more single people - especially women - are choosing to start families on their own. If you’re considering fertility treatment and feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. This article explores your options to help you make informed, confident choices.

The causes and signs of low sperm count

Struggling to conceive or starting to plan for a family? Low sperm quality could be a factor and it’s more common than you might think.

Learn what it means, what causes it and how understanding your fertility can help you take the next step with confidence.

The risks of unregulated sperm donation

Choosing a sperm donor is one of the most personal and important decisions in your journey to parenthood. You deserve to feel confident and protected throughout the process. That’s why it’s vital to understand recent developments—like the launch of a new mobile app that facilitates private sperm donation arrangements entirely outside of UK regulations.

What is sperm donation? A guide to being a donor 

Becoming a sperm donor is a deeply generous act that can help individuals and couples realise their dream of becoming parents. Even if you think it’s something you’d like to do, you’ve likely got questions about what it entails.  

The process of using a sperm donor during IUI fertility treatment

Starting a fertility journey can bring a mix of emotions, hope, uncertainty and countless questions. Whether you're a single woman, a same-sex female couple or a heterosexual couple navigating male-factor infertility, choosing to grow your family with the help of a sperm donor is a deeply personal and significant decision.

Fertility treatment options for lesbian couples 

Starting or growing your family as a lesbian couple is a deeply personal and exciting journey, but when it comes to fertility treatment, the options can sometimes feel overwhelming.  Understanding the different routes can help you make the best decision for you, your partner and your future family.

Sperm analysis results explained

Applying to become a sperm donor starts with a sperm analysis—but what exactly does that involve? At London Sperm Bank, you'll gain valuable insights into your fertility in a supportive, confidential environment.