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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.  

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.

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 donation may seem straightforward, but the reality is far more involved. From weekly donations over six months to screenings and questionnaires, the process requires time, commitment and careful consideration.

Male infertility can result from many different reasons, from abnormal formation of sperm to failure of sperm – egg interactions. Medically, the definition of infertility is the inability to conceive a child after twelve months of active or regular unprotected sex. There are many myths surrounding male fertility, which include...

Male fertility was long believed to be unaffected by age, but that view is changing. Emerging research shows ageing can reduce sperm count and fertility in some men. Scientists are now uncovering how time impacts male reproductive health...

Sperm morphology might sound complex, but it’s a key part of understanding male fertility. If you're thinking about becoming a donor, here's why the shape and structure of your sperm matters more than you might think.

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.

People often ask ‘how much do UK sperm banks pay?’ and we have to make one essential point very clear. We don’t pay, we compensate. The HFEA which regulates the fertility industry rightly insists we emphasise this distinction. The amount offered is not a payment, and a person should never feel compelled to donate for financial gain but rather because they want to help a family in need. So, the monies a donor receives is to compensate for out of pocket expenses...

In between all the tests and medical forms and the process of donating sperm that could one day become a child, counselling may seem a little peripheral. However, donating sperm can bring issues in your life to the surface that you hadn’t thought of previously. So, we asked LWC Senior Fertility Counsellor Tracey Sainsbury to provide answers to five great questions that donors should ask during counselling.