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Sperm Donation Methods Explained for Private and Known Sperm Donors: Clinic, Home Insemination or Intercourse

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Sperm Donation Methods Explained for Private and Known Sperm Donors: Clinic, Home Insemination or Intercourse

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A practical guide to the differences, risks, and legal implications so you can choose a method that respects everyone’s boundaries.

Karine

08 Jan 2026

How to Stay Safe During Private Sperm Donation

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How to Stay Safe During Private Sperm Donation

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Sperm donation is a vulnerable topic for both donors and future parents. To create a safe space for a successful donation, familiarise yourself with our community guidelines and read this guide before setting up a meeting.

Karine

09 Dec 2025

Co-Parenting, Donors, and New Paths to Parenthood

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Co-Parenting, Donors, and New Paths to Parenthood

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Understanding co-parenting, known donors, and creating intentional family units

Chloe

19 Nov 2025

Understanding the Difference: ICI, IUI, and IVF with Donor Sperm

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Understanding the Difference: ICI, IUI, and IVF with Donor Sperm

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An overview of your options to get pregnant without intercourse

Karine

22 Oct 2025

Meet ExSeed: The At-Home Sperm Test Every Donor Should Know About

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Meet ExSeed: The At-Home Sperm Test Every Donor Should Know About

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Unlock exclusive partner discounts & get more insights into your sperm quality.

Karine

07 Oct 2025

Reporting a User on Y factor

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Reporting a User on Y factor

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A breakdown of how and when we enforce our community guidelines

Ellen

19 Sep 2025

What I Learned About Finding a Sperm Donor: Insights From a Year in the Fertility Industry

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What I Learned About Finding a Sperm Donor: Insights From a Year in the Fertility Industry

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What a year in the donor space taught me about building families with intention

Sofie Hafström Nielsen

07 Sep 2025

Known Sperm Donation Laws to Consider in the UK

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Known Sperm Donation Laws to Consider in the UK

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Understand the regulations around known sperm donation and legal parenthood in the UK.

Karine

22 Aug 2025

Are sperm donation requirements too strict in 2025?

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Are sperm donation requirements too strict in 2025?

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A critical look at rules and policies made to protect us, but end up excluding many.

Karine

07 Aug 2025

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