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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.
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.
Understanding the Key Factors That Influence IVF Success
IVF is a hopeful but often complex journey. A recent study using artificial intelligence analysed over 4,000 IVF cycles to pinpoint the factors most likely to impact success—especially when using frozen-thawed embryos. We break down the findings in simple terms to help you better understand your chances and make more informed decisions about your fertility care.
How to Find a Sperm Donor: 4 things to consider
London Sperm Bank donors undergo rigorous screening checks that guarantee healthy sperm of the highest quality, so we only offer the best to our patients. But with such a variety of sperm available, how do you find a sperm donor that’s right for you? We've broken down 4 main points you should consider in your search for the right sperm donor for you.
The Donor Screening Process at London Sperm Bank: What You Need to Know
At London Sperm Bank, the health and well-being of our donors and recipients are our utmost priority. We are proud to adhere strictly to the guidelines set by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) and the UK's medical and laboratory standards for the procurement and use of sperm, oocyte, and embryo donors. These guidelines...
London Sperm Bank Matches Donations to Support Donor Conception Network Appeal
This year, LSB is supporting the Donor Conception Network’s April appeal by matching every donation, pound for pound, to a value of £3000. We hope to see this amount doubled through our matching, raising funds for the crucial work done by DCN for donor-conceived children and their parents.
Navigating the Path to Parenthood: Understanding the Importance of Regulated Sperm Donation
In the UK, the journey to parenthood through sperm donation can take two distinct paths: the thoroughly regulated environment of fertility clinics and the largely uncharted territory of unregulated, informal arrangements.