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10 min. read

Sperm Motility: What It Is, Normal Levels, and How It Affects Fertility

Sperm motility measures how well sperm cells move towards an egg. It is used in sperm analysis and is a key determinant of sperm quality. This article explains what sperm motility is, how it affects fertility and what you can do to improve motility.
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7 min. read

Signs You Can’t Get Pregnant

The most definite symptom of infertility is the inability to get pregnant despite having regular, unprotected sex. Other signs include irregular or absent periods. Aspiring parents are often understandably concerned about infertility, particularly if they’ve been trying to conceive for some time. In fact, 1 in 7 couples may have difficulty conceiving. Recognising the signs of infertility can bring clarity to a confusing and challenging situation, and help you know what to do next.
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10 min. read

How to Improve Sperm Quality?

Men can improve sperm quality and the chances of conceiving by making lifestyle changes that include stopping smoking, reducing alcohol intake, improving diet, exercising regularly and avoiding stress and toxins.
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4 min. read

A Sperm Donor Shares His Experience

Only around seven percent of men who apply to become sperm donors are approved to join the donor programme. Twenty-two-year-old Peter is one of them. Here he shares his thoughts on donating sperm, including how his family reacted, his reasons for becoming an open donor and what happens if he changes his mind later?
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6 min. read

Pros and Cons of Using a Sperm Donor

Using a sperm donor enables single women, same sex couples and heterosexual couples to conceive in a way that allows them to manage risk, plan ahead and overcome fertility obstacles. When the sperm donor is selected via a licensed sperm bank, there are few downsides. On this page, you will learn the advantages and disadvantages of using a sperm donor in comparison to other means of becoming a parent..
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Understanding the Risks of Using Donor Sperm

Using donor sperm may involve medical, legal and emotional risks. The highest risks usually come from the grey market, as in sperm sourced through unregulated and informal arrangements with no verified screening, traceability, or legally binding agreements. Most of these risks are mitigated or managed when the donor sperm is sourced via a licensed sperm bank.
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10 min. read

No-ID Release and ID Release Sperm Donors

An ID release donor (also known as an open identity sperm donor) is a donor who agrees to release some identifying information to any children conceived using their sperm, once the donor-conceived individual reaches a certain age. In contrast, a No-ID Release donor (or anonymous sperm donor) reserves the right to anonymity and will not release information to any individuals conceived using their sperm. This guide explains the differences between the two types of donors, establishing clear definitions and helping you understand the implications involved in both.
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8 min. read

The Sperm Donation Process: How Does Sperm Donation Work?

The sperm donation process begins when a potential donor applies and involves a preliminary sperm analysis, psychosocial interview, health check and profile questionnaire before final approval is given. As many people have questions concerning what happens before, during and after donation, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide containing all you need to know.
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12 min. read

How Long Does Sperm Live? The Life Span of Sperm Explained

Sperm typically live up to five days in the female reproductive tract, an hour outside of the body and almost indefinitely when frozen in laboratory conditions. However, various factors influence sperm longevity in all of these instances. This article fields common questions regarding the lifespan of sperm and explains what the answers mean for conception and pregnancy in general.
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10 min. read

Conception Tips - Improving Your Chances of Conceiving

Aspiring parents trying to improve their chances of conceiving can stop smoking, reduce alcohol intake, exercise more frequently, limit exposure to stress, and eat a balanced diet rich in zinc, fibre and monounsaturated fats. In this article, we offer guidance and advice on the steps you can take to improve your fertility and give yourself the best chances of conceiving.
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4 min. read

What Is a Sperm Donor?

A sperm donor is an individual who voluntarily provides their semen to help others conceive children. Donated sperm is mostly used by solo mums, same-sex couples and heterosexual couples who may not be able to have children otherwise, and is typically used as part of a fertility treatment. This article explains how sperm donation works, what sperm donation involves and how to become a donor.
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10 min. read

Having a Baby with a Sperm Donor

A sperm donor pregnancy is achieved through fertility treatment such as IUI or IVF using donor sperm, typically used by single women, same-sex couples, or couples with male infertility. Unregulated and informal donor arrangements are also possible, though less common. In this article, we’ll explore every aspect of getting pregnant with donor sperm, from the various treatment options available to the implications of home insemination. We’ll also answer a range of frequently asked questions and provide a step-by-step guide on how to get pregnant using a sperm donor.
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